If you missed the first part, You can track it here.
The walk continues.
National Museum of American History
National Museum of American History I skimmed through it quickly because their history is short, and, to be honest, I can't remember all their presidents.
I skimmed it mostly out of respect for the nation. 😊
National Museum of the American Indian – the history of the native peoples
National Museum of the American Indian It is a magnificent museum. First of all, as a building.
Here, take a look.
Will I manage to show at least a little of his greatness?
And as an arrangement.
Each region is represented by vintage, authentic photographs of the local population and their modern-day descendants.
With the livelihood, tools, clothing, customs, and traditions.
Mannequins are on display behind glass showcases. Scenes from everyday life have been recreated.
Somehow, I was left with the impression that they were atoning for their sins and insecurities regarding Native Americans.
Here I also came across a unique traveling exhibition from Peru. But I’ll write about that separately in my travelogues on Inca civilization. My beloved Incas. I’ll come to you…
More from Washington's museums
Arts and Industries Building It's a beautiful building, but unfortunately, it was closed for restoration then and remains so now. I just enjoyed the garden.
Smithsonian Institution Building It is an imposing building that resembles an English red-brick castle.
Freer Gallery of Art is an extremely beautiful combination of landscaping with artistic modernist sculptures. There is also a relaxation and dining area.
And where would we be without National Museum of Natural History – The National Museum of Natural History and its iconic halls, characters, and interiors, as featured in famous American films.
On the top floor, there are rooms for students of all ages, featuring exhibits ranging from geological specimens to all kinds of living organisms. They’re equipped with microscopes and everything else needed.
And last but not least— National Museum of African American History and Culture, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, which I mentioned earlier in the introduction to Africa.
Here I came across a documentary about Mali—the country of my childhood.
Well, it seems that my past—Africa and sometimes Asia—and my dreams—like South America—follow me everywhere in the world.
Or maybe fate is sending me playful signals.
First Division Monument – The Victory of the First Division
There are places you can just pass by.
There are also those that make you stop.
ТWhat is the First Division Monument? – the First Division Memorial.
It was erected in 1924 in memory of the soldiers of the First Division who died during World War I. They were the first American troops to arrive in France in 1917. They became very First, but it is not edited.
And the most impressive thing is what you see at the very top: the 15-meter-tall gilded bronze figure of Victory – The Victory.
It is the work of the sculptor Daniel Chester French, who also created the famous statue of Abraham Lincoln in Lincoln Memorial.
Beneath it rises a huge column of pink granite, and the memorial bears the names of the fallen soldiers from the division.
Initially, the memorial was dedicated to the victims of World War I, and later memorials for those who died in World War II, the Vietnam War, and other military operations were added.
Here is the story behind one photo.
And the golden one Victory suddenly it stands up meaningfully, not just as a beautiful figure upon a column.
The Capitol – the heart of American power
I am arriving at the US Capitol United States Capitol – the home of the US Congress and the legislative branch.
The name comes from the hill of the same name in Ancient Rome, which was the political center of the city.
And the building itself looks like an ancient Roman temple.
On September 18, 1793, President George Washington laid the cornerstone.
After it was burned down during the War of 1812, the building was rebuilt. Two new wings were added, and in 1863, the dome was crowned with The Statue of Freedom a bronze sculpture by the sculptor Thomas Crawford.
On the inside of the dome is depicted the first US President, George Washington, surrounded by 13 allegorical figures and the inscription E pluribus unum.
The fresco is called The Apotheosis of Washington, and its author is Costantino Brumidi.
Some of the figures are depicted with their backs turned toward George Washington, symbolizing that several of the original states had seceded from the Union at the time the painting was created.
Later, following the example of the US capital, „capitols“ were also built in the individual states.
An Orthodox Jewish family asked us for a photo, and I took a sneaky picture of them because I was so impressed by the young parents—no older than 35—and their ten children…
Jews have a very strong presence in the United States.
Well-known fact.
Evening Washington – Wealth and Power
I thought it was funny to film myself in front of the FBI.
An entire citadel.
Huge neighborhood building.
There were quite a few people who used its terraces for jogging.
I applied for a job, but I didn't get it.
I don't think they even looked at my documents. 😊
Of course, Washington in the evening is no less exciting.
Beautiful cafes, restaurants, bars, and clubs.
All the buildings are beautifully lit.
It is clear, in any case, that Washington, D.C., is the capital of one of the most influential economic and political powers in the world.
Besides the tourists, you can spot government officials right away.
All the suits are nice, and the women quite plump, dressed up in tight, sleeveless dresses, perched on heels...
Wealth and power.
End of part two.
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