Mount Rushmore Through The Ages A Comparative Glance From 1922 To 2018
The iconic visage of the Statue of Liberty often stands as the quintessential emblem of the United States in the popular imagination. Yet, amidst the rolling Black Hills of South Dakota, a grandiose testament to American leadership looms large: the majestic Mount Rushmore. This awe-inspiring monument, etched with the stately faces of Presidents Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, and Theodore Roosevelt, did not spring forth fully formed.
Its inception is credited to the awe Charles E. Rushmore felt upon beholding the natural splendor of the granite summit that now bears his name. Under the artistic vision of sculptor Gutzon Borglum, the concept for Mount Rushmore underwent a remarkable evolution, with Borglum refining his designs no fewer than nine times to achieve the final, enduring creation that continues to captivate and inspire..