Word: monumental
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...King of China, having a great respect for our beloved George Washington, made him a present of the watch on the latter's twenty-first birthday [cheers from the Americans]. George, always rewarding the brave, gave the watch to me after, as you remember, I shinned Bunker Hill Monument, and tore down the British flag. I would not part with the watch for worlds, but I have nine small children and a hungry wife to feed, and must raise money for their support...