Washington Monument Hides Time Capsule Inside for Two Centuries

Published on February 6, 2022
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Not Totally Empty

Still, the block wasn’t empty. They found relics from a previous era. Those items were likely added by people who thought the next generation might enjoy them. Plus, many secrets were revealed in the container; the truth came out at last!

Not Totally Empty

Not Totally Empty

Maximilian Godefroy

The world was different when this cornerstone was buried. It all started in 1810 when the residents raised funds to construct a monument dedicated to George Washington. They wanted the best, so Maximilian Godefroy was called in.

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Maximilian Godefroy

Maximilian Godefroy