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2 days ago · Washington, D.C., capital of the United States, coextensive with the District of Columbia, located on the northern shore of the Potomac River. Often referred to simply as D.C., the city is an international metropolis, a picturesque tourist destination, and an unmatched treasury of the country’s history and artifacts.
2 days ago · Washington, D.C. - Capital, Founding, Monumental: Washington was established as the capital of the United States as the result of a compromise following seven years of negotiation by members of the U.S. Congress as they tried to define the concept of a “federal enclave.”
1 day ago · The United States Capitol, often called the Capitol or the Capitol Building, is the seat of the United States Congress, the legislative branch of the federal government. It is located on Capitol Hill at the eastern end of the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
1 day ago · George Washington (February 22, 1732 – December 14, 1799) was an American Founding Father, military officer, and politician who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797.
5 days ago · The Smithsonian Institution ( / smɪθˈsoʊniən / smith-SOH-nee-ən ), or simply the Smithsonian, is a group of museums, education and research centers, the largest such complex in the world, created by the U.S. government "for the increase and diffusion of knowledge."
5 days ago · Washington, D.C. - Federal, District, Politics: Washington’s governmental structure has slowly evolved into a limited form of self-government under the control of Congress.
Jun 7, 2024 · Modern Era. What State Is Washington, D.C., In? By: Sharise Cunningham | Updated: Jun 7, 2024. 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue is perhaps the most prestigious street address in Washington, D.C. Here the U.S. Capitol building is visible from Pennsylvania Avenue. Orhan Cam/Shutterstock. Key Takeaways.
