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Washington, D.C. (pronounced /ˈwɒʃɪŋtən ˌdiːˈsiː/; formally, the District of Columbia and commonly referred to as Washington, the District, or simply D.C.) is the capital of the United States, founded on July 16, 1790. The City of Washington was originally a separate municipality within the Territory of Columbia until an Act of Congress in 1871 effectively merged the City and the Territory into a single entity called the District of Columbia. It is for this reason that the city, while legally named the District of Columbia, is known as Washington, D.C. The city is located on the north bank of the Potomac River and is bordered by the states of Virginia to the southwest and Maryland to the other sides.
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What is the location in the unites states?
It is New England
Is the capital of America New York city or Peru?
The capital of the Unites States of America is Washington D.C.
What was the capital of the union of the unites states during the civill war?
Washington, DC
What is the name of the national anthem of the unites states?
:-) The Star-Spangled Banner
Why are you called the unites states of America?
because United states :Unites
Are there any oil reserves in the unites states?
It depends on what unites states you speak of.
What is National Anthem of the Unites States?
The Star Spangled Banner
What is the most famous song in the unites states?
The national anthem, ironically enough based on an Irish drinking tune.
What city served as the first capital of the unites states?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania was the first capital under the First Continental Congress from September 5, 1774 to October 24, 1774.
Is Unites States democratic?
Yes
HoW MANYStates in the unites states?
50
Why is unites states a developed country?
No
