What makes the Washington Monument so monumental?

What makes the Washington Monument so monumental?

16:19 Feb 16, 2026
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Why was the Washington Monument built? What is the Washington Monument supposed to be? Did they make a mistake that's still visible today? Have you started your FREE TRIAL of Who Smarted?+ for AD FREE listening, an EXTRA episode every week & bonus content? Sign up right in the Apple app, or directly at WhoSmarted.com and find out why more than 1,000 families are LOVING their subscription! Get official Who Smarted? Merch: tee-shirts, mugs, hoodies and more, at Who Smarted?
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