On May 30, 1922, a memorial to the "Great Emancipator" was dedicated in Washington, D.C., in front of a large, segregated crowd. In time the memorial would become a symbol of inclusion, and a powerful platform for the healing of racial divides. https://cbsn.ws/3vUmbOl | CBS Sunday Morning

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The Lincoln Memorial, an enduring national symbol, celebrates the centennial of its dedication on May 30, 1922. This video looks at drawings from the design proposals submitted to the Lincoln Memorial Commission. It illustrates the competition between architects John Russell Pope and Henry Bacon. Bacon's design was selected for the Lincoln Memorial, but Pope went on to design many other DC landmarks, including the National Archives Building. These drawings, from the series “Proposal Plans for a

1.1K views · 70 reactions | This week in 1922, the Lincoln Memorial opens to the public. During the Civil Rights era, it became more than just a public monument. As this HISTORY documentary from our Center for Education and Leadership says—it became America’s Stage. Can you think of other important events that took place at the Lincoln Memorial? | Ford's Theatre | Facebook