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Do you know these obscure facts about DC’s Jefferson Memorial?

Matt About Town: More Jefferson Memorial Easter eggs!

What’s better than a story on the hidden secrets of D.C.’s Jefferson Memorial? A sequel!

In Thursday’s episode of “Matt About Town,” WTOP’s Matt Kaufax returns to the Tidal Basin, alongside everyone’s favorite ranger, Mike Litterst, with even more little-known lore behind this iconic memorial.

From a severed head to America’s very own “National Treasure” moment, to a very obscure connection to the King of Rock and Roll himself, these historical facts show there’s a lot more than meets the eye at this D.C. staple!

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Read part one for more Easter eggs at the Jefferson Memorial.

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