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The Confederate Memorial Carving, depicts three Confederate heroes of the Civil War, President Jefferson Davis and Generals Robert E. Lee and Thomas J. "Stonewall" Jackson and is largest high relief sculpture in the world. The carved surface is three-acres, larger than a football field. The carving of the three men soars 400 feet above the ground, measures 90 by 190 feet, and cuts 42 feet into the mountain.
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Why is Stone Mountain famous?
It is located in Eastern GA and is the site of a monument carved into it for the Cofederate states. It is a granite dome.
Why did Martin Luther King reference Stone Mountain and Lookout mountain?
In the past, Stone Mountain had been a habitual meeting place for the Ku Klux Klan. When the clan burned a cross on the summit, the fire could be seen in Atlanta, and the Klan had even planned to have the face of the mountain carved into a likeness of Robert E. Lee. This fell through, and the sculptor eventually took on the less dubious task of carving Mount Rushmore.
What is the name for a squared stone pillar with a carved head on the top?
Herm Hermae
When was the Rosetta stone made of?
The Rosetta Stone was discovered by the French in 1799 .
Acid rain most often damages stone architecture by causing?
loss of carved detail.
Why is Stone Mountain famous?
It is located in Eastern GA and is the site of a monument carved into it for the Cofederate states. It is a granite dome.
How tall is Stone Mountain in GA?
Stone Mountain is 825 feet tall!
What large GA city is stone mountain near?
It is near Atlanta, GA
Who is the mayor of stone mountain ga?
Patricia Wheeler
Where is general e lee carved into?
it was carved on stone mountain in july, 18 1895 becuase georgia was part of the confedracy
What is the area code for Stone Mountain GA?
Stone Mountain is in area codes 404, 770, 678, and 478 (multi-overlay).
Who are some generals that are carved on Stone Mountain?
The Confederate President Jefferson Davis, General Robert E. Lee and General Thomas 'Stonewall' Jackson and their horses are carved on Stone Mountain.
How far is North Carolina from stone mountain GA?
Maybe about 3hrs
A sculpture carved into the side of Stone Mountain honors men who fought in which war?
Civil War
Where is the Discovering Stone Mtn Museum in Stone Mountain Georgia located?
The address of the Discovering Stone Mtn Museum is: 6867 James B Rivers Dr, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
What are the names of the men that are carved on stone mountain riding horse back?
general robert e lee
Who carved stone mountain?
no one formed it , it was only formed during the formation of the blue ridge mountains
