Mount Rushmore National Memorial #053-01-037 © Russ Finley Photography

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Washington profile - Mount Rushmore National Memorial, SD. Once each head was roughed out into a great egg-shaped mass (somewhat larger than the final head), Borglum studied it for a long time to learn the effects of sunlight and shadow and thus determine the angle the head should face. This resulted in the turning of the head of Washington about 20° farther south than originally planned.Photo: Russ Finley Film Size 6X7cm