On Monday, President Obama unveiled a new class of national monuments — five distinct locations with ties to American history. TIME offers a first glimpse of the new honorees.
Photos: America, Meet Your New National Monuments
On Monday, President Obama unveiled a new class of national monuments — five distinct locations with ties to American history. TIME offers a first glimpse of the new honorees.
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The San Juan Islands National Monument (Washington): A chain of 450 islands located in Washington State's Puget Sound, the monument offers visitors the chance to experience the natural beauty of the undeveloped, rugged landscape.