Washington Monument
Description:
Postcard of the Washington Monument pointing south at its original location near the center of Washington Square Park. This bronze equestrian statue is a replica of one designed by Henry Merwin Shrady for display in Brooklyn, New York. This vantage point faces west towards Union Station in the background. The defunct 23rd Street between Grand Avenue and Main Street is shown behind the monument to the center and right.
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100 East Pershing Road
Kansas City, MO
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Rights Statement:
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Collection Title, Call or Box Number:
Mrs. Sam Ray Postcard Collection (SC58)
Digital Object Identifier:
20000053