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The Liberty Cap: Symbol of American Freedom
The 2024 Olympic mascot is a conical cap, the Phryge, a French symbol of freedom, but it symbolized freedom in the United States before the French adopted it.
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The Original Olmsted Trees
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Evolution of Women in Art at the U.S. Capitol
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I love reading and hearing stories like this about our great nation's history!
Thanks for the information. I never knew that part of the history of the building. The Rotunda was an impressive sight during my visit to the building in 1980.I never made it to the Crypt.
Finally, facts about the "General Vestibule". I`ve worked in this building for over 35 years, even been a part of the Labor room employees team responsible for the bringing "The Lincoln catafalque" to the Rotunda. The catafalque was stored in the area directly below the compass in the Crypt floor and we carried it from there, on our shoulders, to the second floor for the ceremony its always been honor to perform that task.
I was priveleged to have a "DOME" tour. Access granted by invitation from a House Representative or Senator. Amazing experience to see the Apotheosis of George Washington up close, the acoustics are awesome at the top. Also got to stand out under Statue of Freedom and see the view of DC from the center of our Nations Capitol building.
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