Briefly describes Mount Rushmore, its history, appearance, and how the memorial was constructed.

Examine the history of America through some of its most iconic symbols, objects, and places, diving deep into each symbol's history and how its meaning has changed over time using them as a gateway to understanding America's past and present. From flags and statues to revered landmarks, people live alongside and interact with history every day.

Using home movies owned by the sculptor's family, long-forgotten archival footage and still photographs, and beautiful original photography, Mount Rushmore tells a story that is as bizarre and wonderful as the monument itself.

A description of the Vietnam Memorial, the memorial which commemorates the American dead from the Vietnamese Conlflict and which is the most visited monument in the nation's capital.

"So much more than a structure honoring the life and work of one man, U.S. president Abraham Lincoln, the Lincoln Memorial has become an enduring American symbol of strength and unity. Young report writers will learn why and how the memorial was built, and what its many parts mean, thanks to accessible, factual text and vibrant photos"--

Surveys the history of the Vietnam War, chronicles the construction of the the Vietnam Memorial, and discusses what the Memorial means to many Americans.