Trump arch will alter sightlines of many Washington DC landmarks, report says
National Park Service, which backs the 250ft arch, says it is likely to disrupt historical significance of dozens of sites A new National Park Service report backs Donald Trump ’s proposed arch, despite what it says are adverse effects to the sightlines of a host of landmarks in Washington, including the Washington Monument and the Lincoln and Jefferson memorials. The report released on Friday…
A new National Park Service report supports President Donald Trump's proposed 250ft-tall memorial arch, despite potential disruptions to the historical significance of dozens of Washington DC landmarks. The arch, planned for a location adjacent to the Arlington Memorial Bridge, is likely to affect the sightlines of iconic sites including the Washington Monument and the Lincoln and Jefferson memorials.
The report notes that many of Washington's monuments and buildings have been carefully planned to reflect significant moments in the nation's history and to evoke symbolism through connecting sightlines. According to the Associated Press, the arch will disturb the sightline between more iconic Washington landmarks than initially anticipated.
The National Park Service concludes that the project's effects cannot be fully avoided without relocating the arch or eliminating it. However, the report also states that the same characteristics that make the proposed location sensitive from a preservation perspective are also what make it historically appropriate for the arch.
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