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Washington, D.C. was created as the capital of the United States to serve as a neutral ground for the federal government, situated between the Northern and Southern states. The location, chosen by President George Washington along the Potomac River, was intended to promote unity and prevent any single state from having undue influence over the federal government. The establishment of a separate federal district also aimed to ensure that the capital was not part of any state, preserving its independence and authority. The area was officially designated as the District of Columbia in 1790.

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