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The Lincoln Memorial is modeled on a Greek Doric temple.

Following the form of a Greek Doric temple, the Lincoln Memorial is a colossal structure designed by Henry Bacon and constructed over many years, from 1914 to 1922. The Daniel Chester French sculpture of Lincoln seated in a chair is over 19 feet tall, carved from Georgia Marble.

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Following the form of a Greek Doric temple, the Lincoln Memorial is a colossal structure designed by Henry Bacon and constructed over many years, from 1914 to 1922. The Daniel Chester French sculpture of Lincoln seated in a chair is over 19 feet tall, carved from Georgia Marble.