The Washington Monument is grand and a testament to American history. However, it required care. The Baltimore landmark was built as a tribute to the first U.S. president, but it was now becoming a public danger instead. Therefore, workers were called in to clean it up, and they became surprised as they got to work.
There was a unique relic lying just below the column. These workers were annoyed and confused at first. Who left odd things lying around? However, they soon realized how important the piece was. It actually shed light on the United States of America’s history.
Shouldn’t Be Shocked
These workers were putting in a septic tank below the ground when they noticed it. If they had understood the history, they might not have been shocked. That side of the Washington Monument saw the most sunlight, and Masonic beliefs claim that this is where people should expect things to be tucked away.
Shouldn’t Be Shocked
What They Saw
The workers saw a granite block within the ground. While that doesn’t sound very exciting, that wasn’t the end of the discovery. In fact, it was the cornerstone of this grand monument, so there was more than meets the eye.
What They Saw