An aerial photo captures the expanse of the National Mall in Washington, D.C., home to the capital city's most important memorials, monuments, and museums.

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There have been symbolic reparations related to monuments and memorials.

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That sort of exchange - one of community camaraderie, rather than political innuendo - is not one people expect to hear in Washington DC, a city known more for monuments and memorials than mellow corner bars.

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Admission to all memorials and monuments, some of which are staffed with expert guides, is free.

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