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Thomas Jefferson was inspired to design the Virginia State Capitol by classical architecture, particularly the Roman temple of the Maison Carrée in Nîmes, France. He aimed to create a building that embodied the ideals of democracy and civic virtue, reflecting the principles of the Enlightenment. Jefferson's design featured a portico and a dome, symbolizing the ideals of liberty and governance, and it served as a model for later public buildings in the United States.
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Who designed the Virginia capital and University of Virginia?
Thomas Jefferson designed the University of Virginia and the capital.
What college Thomas Jefferson go to?
williams and mary in Virginia,capital
Was Thomas Jefferson a southern president?
Jefferson spent his life in Virginia. Virginia is not in the deep South, but is was a slave state and contained the capital of the Confederacy, Richmond.
What did Thomas Jefferson do good for Virginia?
Thomas Jefferson was instrumental in the decision to make Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States. Thus, he secured Virginia's permanent role as a major player in U.S. politics.
What colony was thomas jefferson from?
Thomas Jefferson was from the colony known as Albemarle County, Virginia. Thomas Jefferson was the 3rd President of the U.S.
What college did go to Thomas Jefferson?
He went to The College of Williams and Mary
What colony did Thomas Jefferson come from?
Thomas Jefferson was from Virginia.
Were wasThomas Jefferson from?
Thomas Jefferson was from Virginia.
What sate capital is named in honor of Thomas Jefferson?
Jefferson City is the capital of the state of Missouri.
What is the capital of Missouri?
The capital of Missouri is Jefferson City. Jefferson City became the capital in 1821 and is named after President Thomas Jefferson.
Did Thomas Jefferson live in Virginia during the American Revolution?
Yes Thomas Jefferson lived in Virginia, during the American revolution.
Was Thomas Jefferson the founder of Virginia University?
Thomas Jefferson founded it -- The University of Virginia.
