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What American city was burnt during the war of 1812?
{| |- | We now refer to it as the White House. The British invaded Washington DC and burned the Presidential Mansion. Because of the scorch marks, they had to white wash the stone, giving rise to the name it has today. |}
Why was The White House colored white?
In 1812 the British burned the white house in the War of 1812. When it was repaired it was painted white. Paint was very expensive in the 1800's so to have a whole house painted white was very unusual and soon when asked about where the president lived they would refer to the "white house". The name stuck and now it is tradition to call it the White House.
Was the White House white when it was first built?
No- not white like it is now. It was natural stone, which was a cream color, when first built. After it was blackened by the fire that gutted during the War of 1812, it was painted white.
When did the construction of the white house begin?
Hey there! Great question. The construction of the White House began all the way back in 1792. It was during the presidency of George Washington, our first President, that the decision was made to build a new official residence for the Commander-in-Chief. They chose a spot along the Potomac River, which is now Washington, D.C., to build this iconic structure. Now, here's a fun tidbit for you. The White House wasn't always called the White House. It was originally referred to as the "President's House" or "Executive Mansion." It wasn't until after it was rebuilt following the War of 1812 when British forces burned it down, that it got its distinctive white color, which is how it got the name we know today. So, in a way, the White House's history is not just about its construction but also its transformation over the years. It's not just a symbol of American leadership, but a symbol of resilience too!
Where does George W. Bush live in?
He lived in the white house for 8 years now he moved back to Texas where he used to live.
Did the White House ever looked different than it does now?
No The White House Did Not Look Different as far as the house itself. It may have changed on the inside. The white house has always been big, pretty, and white.
Did the White House always look as it does now?
the white house was big like it was before
When does flag not fly over White house?
at first it was when the presidnt was there but now the flag always flys
Should the White House be called the black house now?
No
Where was the white house located in 1812?
The White House has always been located in Washington D.C., which is not a state.
Who is the president that is living in the white house now?
Obama
Where is obmama right now?
obmama is in the white house.
Where is President Obama now?
He lives in the White House.
Where was george hw bush lived?
The white house (haha) but now he lives somewhere in Texas yah haha very funny now he lives in austin tx,
Where I'd malia and Sasha Obama now?
At the white house
How does Barack Obama feel about moving in the white house?
he wants it to be known as the black house now
Jokes in PowerPoint?
There was a blue house and a red house now were is the white house. In Washington D.C. Especially if you're designing printing in it.
