Act to Establish Washington Monument | Columbian Centinel, November 15, 1800

Less than one year after George Washington's death, President John Adams signed the Act to establish a grand monument in his honor. This Columbian Centinel from November 15, 1800 memorializes the moment - nearly a century before the tallest and most recognizable landmark in DC was completed in 1884.

Dimensions: 12" x 19"

Condition: Excellent

Four pages, formerly bound and trimmed with light browning and minor foxing.