A commission has approved President Donald Trump’s triumphal arch just outside of Washington, a key step toward making the project a reality.
The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts on May 21 unanimously gave the green light to a design for the 250-foot arch, according to The Associated Press. Trump proposed the monument as a way to commemorate America’s 250th birthday.
It’s expected to be modeled after the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, which is shorter at 164 feet tall.
Plans call for a torch-bearing figure resembling Lady Liberty at the top of the arch. Two eagles would be placed near the top. There were initially going to be four lions at the base, but that plan has been scrapped. A public observation deck at the top would provide 360-degree views of the surroundings. …