Washington Monument Hides Time Capsule Inside for Two Centuries

Published on February 6, 2022
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A Century After

In 2014, another container was found buried 100 years after the first (1915). A bronze plate linked them together, and it commemorated one century passing since the monument was built. This one was also highly patriotic.

A Century After

A Century After

Francis Scott Key Painting

The second time capsule had general items commemorating the 100th anniversary of the erection of the monument. It held pictures, a Declaration of Independence photo, and a Francis Scott Key painting. He wrote “The Star-Spangled Banner” lyrics.

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Francis Scott Key Painting

Francis Scott Key Painting