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1. www.nps.gov › places › national-memorial-archNational Memorial Arch - U.S. National Park Service

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   Quick Facts. Location: The intersection of Outer Line Drive and Gulph Road in Valley Forge National Historical Park. Significance: A national monument commemorating General George Washington and the Continental Army. Designation: Stop 3 on the self-guided Encampment Tour. Amenities. 6 listed.

2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Valley_Forge_NationalValley Forge National Historical Park - Wikipedia

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   The National Memorial Arch. The National Memorial Arch dominates the southern portion of the park and is dedicated "to the officers and private soldiers of the Continental Army December 19, 1777 – June 19, 1778". It was commissioned by Congress in 1910 and completed in 1917.

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   When was the National Memorial Arch erected?

   • The United States National Memorial Arch was erected in the early part of the 20th century on the road where soldiers marched in to Valley Forge on December 19, 1777. The monument commemorates the arrival and the sacrifices of General George Washington and the Continental Army at Valley Forge during that winter of the American Revolutionary War.

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   Who designed the National Memorial Arch?

   • Construction was approved in 1910 by an act of the 61st Congress. Design responsibilities were assigned to Paul Philippe Cret, a French-born Philadelphia architect who also taught at the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to the National Memorial Arch, Cret designed a number of iconic structures in the area:

   A History of the National Memorial Arch at Valley Forge

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   Where did the National Memorial Arch at Valley Forge come from?

   • The National Memorial Arch at Valley Forge takes its distinct look from the Arch of Titus in Rome, erected in the first century A.D. That same source has inspired a number of monuments, notably the Arc de Triomphe in Paris and Standford White's Arch in Washington Square Park, New York.

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   Who designed the National Memorial Arch at Valley Forge?

   • In addition to the National Memorial Arch, Cret designed a number of iconic structures in the area: The National Memorial Arch at Valley Forge takes its distinct look from the Arch of Titus in Rome, erected in the first century A.D.

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4. www.visitphilly.com › things-to-do › attractionsValley Forge National Historical Park - Visit Philadelphia

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   At Valley Forge National Historical Park, located about a 35-minute drive northwest of Center City Philadelphia, visitors travel back in time to the harrowing 1777-1778 winter encampment of George Washington’s Continental Army.

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5. www.hmdb.org › mThe National Memorial Arch at Valley Forge Historical Marker

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   Feb 22, 2007 · The National Memorial Arch was authorized by Congress in 1910 as a tribute to George Washington and his army who endured the winter encampment at Valley Forge in 1777 – 1778. It was designed by Paul Phillipe Cret, a prominent Philadelphia architect, and dedicated on June 19, 1917.

6. www.valleyforge.org › blog › postA History of the National Memorial Arch at Valley Forge

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   Mar 9, 2016 · The United States National Memorial Arch is an icon of Valley Forge National Historical Park. Learn about the fascinating history of this grand structure.

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8. www.loc.gov › item › pa3439National Memorial Arch, King of Prussia, Montgomery County ...

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   - Significance: Designed by prominent Philadelphia architect Paul Phillippe Cret, was erected in Valley Forge State Park in 1912-16 to commemorate the suffering endured by General George Washington and the Continental Army in the performance of their patriotic duty during the winter encampment of 1777-78.

9. www.valleyforge.org › things-to-do › valley-forge-parkValley Forge National Historical Park | Attractions & Tours

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   Other historical landmarks include the majestic National Memorial Arch and Artillery Park, which houses rows of cannons. And don't miss the brand new museum exhibit at the Visitor Center. Guests can explore the sights, sounds, and stories of the Continental Army.