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USA - South Dakota - Mount Rushmore - Between 1927 and October 31, 1941, Gutzon Borglum
USA - South Dakota - Mount Rushmore - Between 1927 and October 31, 1941, Gutzon Borglum and 400 workers sculpted the 60 foot (18 m) colossal busts of Presidents (from left) George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln to represent the first 150 years of American history. Guzton Borglum died from a fatal heart attack in 1941. His only son finished the job for him. Mount Rushmore was named after New York lawyer Charles E. Rushmore, who came in 1885 to investigate the Black Hills. - ?TopFoto/CW
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An Iconic Tribute to American History - Mount Rushmore
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. This print captures the monumental masterpiece that is Mount Rushmore, located in South Dakota, USA. Between 1927 and October 31,1941, renowned sculptor Gutzon Borglum and a team of dedicated workers meticulously crafted the colossal busts of four esteemed Presidents. Standing at an impressive height of 60 feet (18 meters), these intricately carved heads represent the first 150 years of American history. From left to right, we see George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln immortalized in stone. Their stoic expressions symbolize their significant contributions to shaping the nation's destiny. The vibrant blue sky serves as a striking backdrop for this awe-inspiring work of art. Tragically, Gutzon Borglum succumbed to a fatal heart attack in 1941 before completing his magnum opus. However, his legacy was carried on by his devoted son who took up the mantle and successfully finished what his father had started. Mount Rushmore itself owes its name to Charles E. Rushmore, a New York lawyer who ventured into the Black Hills region in 1885 for exploration purposes. Today, it stands as an enduring testament to America's rich heritage and attracts countless visitors from around the world who come to marvel at its grandeur. This remarkable photograph encapsulates not only the sheer scale and beauty of Mount Rushmore but also pays homage to those visionary individuals
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