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Yes, Benjamin Banneker designed Washington DC but was the backup for it the fired the first guy because of his temper.
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Who is the member of the commission who helped design the capital of Washington DC?
Benjamin Banneker
What was Benjamin Banneker asked by Jefferson to do?
Benjamin Banneker was asked by Thomas Jefferson to assist in the surveying and design of the nation's capital, Washington D.C. Jefferson sought Banneker's expertise in astronomy and mathematics for this significant project.
Why was Benjamin Banneker asked to design the new capital?
because he was able to recreate the plans that Pierre L'Enfant took with him
What city did Benjamin Banneker help design?
washington d.c.
Did Benjamin Banneker help design Washington DC?
No, that is a myth.
When did Benjamin Banneker design the city of Washington D.C.?
Benjamin was assigned as one of the surveyors in the design of Washington DC. Assigned by none other than Secretary of State Jefferson himself (and George Ellicot), Banneker played a significant role in the layout of Washington D.C.
Who discovered Washington DC?
Benjamin Banneker Discovered the Nation's Capital.
Who was an inventor who helped design Washington DC?
Benjamin Banneker a free African American man who published the Farmers Almanac from 1792 to 1802. Benjamin Banneker was hired by Thomas Jefferson to recreate the original design.
What inventions did Benjamin Banneker?
Benjamin Banneker invented wooden watches
Was Benjamin Banneker a woman?
No, Benjamin Banneker was a man.
Who decided that the nations capital would be moved to Washington DC?
Benjamin Banneker
When was Benjamin Banneker?
Benjamin Banneker was born on November 9, 1731.
