Claims
The Washington Monument's proportions were revised based on George Perkins Marsh's input
Documented · occurred What these labels mean →The Washington Monument's proportions were revised following input from George Perkins Marsh.
Evidence
| Relation | Record | Note |
|---|---|---|
| documents | npshistory.com | NRHP nomination (NPS): Casey redesigned it as an Egyptian obelisk 'in accordance with the suggestions of George Perkins Marsh' |
| corroborates | nps.gov | NPS: obelisk altered to conform to 'classical Egyptian proportions'; construction resumed 1879 under Casey |
Sources
| Source | Relation | At |
|---|---|---|
| DC Masonic symbolism (Camp Gagnon) | asserts |
Claim
The Washington Monument's proportions were revised following input from George Perkins Marsh.