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Waveform Audio File Format  |  2000-10-09  |  1.7 MB  |  1 channel  |  11,025 sample rate  |  1 minute, 19 seconds
Transcription: The Jefferson Memorial, facing the calm waters of the Tidal Basin, is designed in the classical architectural style that the man himself greatly admired. These famous structures, and many other sites throughout the capital city, are administered by the National Park Service. The Park Service mission is to enhance public enjoyment of the areas today and to protect them for similar enjoyment by future generations. Thomas Jefferson was our third president. He seems to personify America's spirit of individual liberty. He's most famous as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence. His ...