Gateway Arch is a National Park because it symbolizes westward expansion in U.S. history. The park commemorates St. Louis as the "Gateway to the West" and honors pioneers and President Thomas Jefferson’s vision. Its iconic arch and nearby historic sites make it a landmark of national significance.
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