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James Madison lived in the White House when the British set fire to it in 1814.
Madison had left some time before the British arrived but his wife, Dolley, barely had time to escape before they came to torch the house.
The was another serious fire in The West Wing due to a faulty chimney flue while Herbert Hoover was President. The living quarters were not threatened but extensive damage was done to the oval office area.
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How much silverware is in the whitehouse?
Forks, knives, and spoons there are 13,902 pieces of silverware in the White House.
Who why and when did tun tavern burn down?
The Tun Tavern was burned down in 1871 as the American Revolution came to a close. The cause and who did it is unknown but it has been rebuilt as a landmark.
What three goals did President Jefferson set for Lewis and Clark expedition?
to dance in the whitehouse while having a bucket on his head.
How much did gorge Washington weigh?
I can confirm the specific weight of George Washington... he was approximatly, 14 stone and 9 pound. I know this as he was weighed in my pharmacy just outside the whitehouse. Hope i helped.
Where does Johnny Tremain recuperate from his burn?
Johnny recuperates from his burn in the Lapham's birth and death room.
