Wheels N Deals

The Deeds travel to Washington, D. C., quite often to visit their daughter and have found there is a lot of history and interesting things to see in our nations capital. They especially like the monuments and memorials and write, "Congress in 1955 invited designers to study the character and works of President Franklin Roosevelt for a memorial that would do him honor. Not until May 1997 was it completed." "In 1933, Franklin Roosevelt was elected 32nd President of the United States. Before becoming president, at age 39 he contracted polio and would never walk again without assistance. He spent each day of his 12-year presidency in a wheelchair." "To this day one of this nations greatest leaders, FDRs determination and courage remain an inspiration for people around the world, especially for those with disabilities." This massive memorial is divided into four parts, each representing one of FDRs terms in office. The memorial is open air, and can be accessed from either end and mid-points along the Tidal Basin, but it is best experienced chronologically. Towering red granite walls define the four galleries, and turn the massive space into an intimate exploration of the man and his time. Bronze statues, sculptures, and quotations from FDRs speeches inscribed on the walls revisit the presidents inauguration, the New Deal, the Great Depression, Americas entry into World War II, and FDRs legacy. Waterfalls cascading over rocks create a cool spray that makes this memorial a welcome sanctuary during the hot Washington summers. Thanks for taking us along!