Camera network earmarked for National Mall

Apr 10, 2002 12:00 PM


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CCTV cameras are to be installed and constantly monitored at all major monuments on the Washington D.C. National Mall in response to fear of terrorist attacks.

The Washington Post reported the decision after John G. Parsons, associate regional director for the National Park Service's Capital Region, disclosed the decision in a statement before a House subcommittee.

Areas in and around the Washington Monument, and the Jefferson, Lincoln, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Vietnam Veterans and Korean War memorials, will have CCTV cameras installed for the first time.

The Bush Administration has also asked for funds to be allocated for vehicle barriers and increased lighting around the Washington Monument, and the Lincoln and Jefferson memorials. More funds were requested to help secure other national icons such as the Statue of Liberty, Independence Hall and Mount Rushmore.

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