Washington National Cathedral
Monumental ConstructionDescription
Washington National Cathedral is a monumental construction in United States, North America.
Washington National Cathedral is a twentieth-century Gothic Revival cathedral built through a prolonged national fundraising and construction effort. Its stone vaults, carved details and stained glass adapt medieval architectural forms to a modern American setting. The foundation stone was laid in 1907 and the cathedral was formally completed in 1990. Decorative work, conservation and repairs have continued after that completion date.
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| Date | 1907 CE - 1990 CE The foundation stone was laid in 1907 and the cathedral was formally completed in 1990. Decorative work, conservation and repairs have continued after that completion date. AI-written synthesis; source chronology and uncertainty retained. • Washington National Cathedral — referenced historical overview | No claims found. |
| Purpose | Washington National Cathedral is a twentieth-century Gothic Revival cathedral built through a prolonged national fundraising and construction effort. Its stone vaults, carved details and stained glass adapt medieval architectural forms to a modern American setting. AI-written synthesis; source chronology and uncertainty retained. • Washington National Cathedral — referenced historical overview | No claims found. |
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Approximate - counted from January 1, 1,949 CE (UTC). Based on the midpoint of 1,907 CE - 1,990 CE; the underlying date is uncertain.
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