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Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. is the capital of the United States. It is home to many national landmarks. These include the White House, Arlington National Cemetery, and the Smithsonian Institution. Duke Ellington was one of many well known Americans that called Washington, D.C. home.
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What are two major rivers in Washington?
The Columbia River is by far the longest and largest, being the fourth largest river in the North America. It has many major rivers that contribute to is, such as the Yakima River and Snake River (much of which is in Idaho), but its two largest tributaries are not in Washington, but rather Oregon and British Columbia.
How long is the drive from Washington DC to New York?
Depending on traffic and road conditions, about 4 hours.
What do you call the statue on the US Capitol Building?
She is call Freedom according to the office of the Architect of the Capitol (AOC)...
The bronze Statue of Freedom by Thomas Crawford is the crowning feature of the dome of the United States Capitol. The statue is a classical female figure of Freedom wearing flowing draperies. Her right hand rests upon the hilt of a sheathed sword; her left holds a laurel wreath of victory and the shield of the United States with thirteen stripes. Her helmet is encircled by stars and features a crest composed of an eagle's head, feathers, and talons, a reference to the costume of Native Americans.
A brooch inscribed "U.S." secures her fringed robes. She stands on a cast-iron globe encircled with the words E Pluribus Unum, the national motto at the time of her placement atop the dome. The lower part of the base is decorated with fasces and wreaths. Ten bronze points tipped with platinum are attached to her headdress, shoulders, and shield for protection from lightning. The bronze statue stands 19 feet 6 inches tall and weighs approximately 15,000 pounds. Her crest rises 288 feet above the east front plaza.
On May 9, 1993, after almost 130 years in place, the bronze statue was removed from its pedestal by helicopter for restoration. The work was needed because of extensive pitting and corrosion on the surface of the bronze and because of a crack and rusting on the cast-iron pedestal.
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When was the first time congress met in Washington D.C.?
The First United States Congress was a meeting of the legislative branch of the United States federal government, consisting of the United States Senate and the United States House of Representatives. It met from March 4, 1789 to March 3, 1791, during the first two years of the first administration of U.S. President George Washington, first at Federal Hall at 26 Wall Street in New York City and later at Congress Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dates Of Sessions March 4, 1789 - March 3, 1791 * First session: March 4, 1789 - September 29, 1789 (in New York City) * Second session: January 4, 1790 - August 12, 1790 (in New York City) * Third session: December 6, 1790 - March 3, 1791 (in Philadelphia) - a lame duck session
What year did Washington DC become Capital of US?
The District of Columbia—identical with the City of Washington—is the capital of the United States. It is located between Virginia and Maryland on the Potomac River. The district is named after Columbus. When European settlers first visited the area that is now Washington D.C., Piscataway Native Americans lived in the area. During the late 1600s, many of the Native Americans moved west and white farmers and plantation owners settled the new colony of Virginia. In 1749, Alexandria was established as the first town in the area. The United States of America won its independence in 1783, at the end of the Revolutionary War. Several different cities served as the national capital until the late 1700s. Congress then wished the nation's capital to be permanent. Disagreements rose as to which state it would be a part of. In 1790, Alexander Hamilton proposed a solution that established the new permanent capital on federal land rather than in a state. President George Washington, raised in the Potomac area, was chosen to pick the site. Both Maryland and Virginia gave up land along the Potomac River that became the District of Columbia, established in 1791. DC history actually began in 1790 when the United States Constitution was adopted on September 15, 1787, Article 1, Section 8, Clause 17, included language authorizing the establishment of a federal district. This district was not to exceed 10 miles square, under the exclusive legislative authority of Congress. On July 16, 1790, Congress authorized President George Washington to choose a permanent site for the capital city and, on December 1, 1800, the capital was moved from Philadelphia to an area along the Potomac River. The census of 1800 showed that the new capital had a population of 14,103. Congress directed selection of a new capital site, 100 sq mi, along the Potomac. When the site was determined, it included 30.75 sq mi on the Virginia side of the river. In 1846, however, Congress returned that area to Virginia, leaving the 68.25 sq mi ceded by Maryland in 1788. The seat of government was transferred from Philadelphia to Washington on Dec. 1, 1800, and President John Adams became the first resident in the White House.
Are there other non states like Washington D.C.?
If the question relates to Commonwealths versus states, it's important to note that Kentucky, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Virginia are all Commonwealths, although the distinction has no legal meaning or effect whatsoever.
The District of Columbia, which includes the capital city of Washington, D.C., is between the states of Virginia and Maryland, but is not part of any state. The District of Columbia was created to be separate from any state, so it would not seem like the country was favoring one state over the other.
There is no such thing.
Although 4 of the 50 states (Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Virginia) are known as Commonwealths. They are still states.
The United States has 50 states, 5 (inhabited) territories, and a federal district.
The 5 territories (American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, United States Virgin Islands) are not states, so they can't be states that aren't states.
The federal district (District of Columbia) houses the City of Washington DC. Some say this is the only City in the United States that's not in a state, but there are several very large cities in the territories that are just as much part of the United States as Washington DC and are not in a state either.
How much does it cost in tolls to travel from New York to Toronto?
Driving one-way from Toronto to Boston costs about $21. These prices are subject to change without notice. The tolls must be paid in American dollars.
How many passengers use the DC metro each day?
The average weekday ridership is 748,000.
Ridership statistics from the WAMATA web site for October 2009
# October 31, 2009 - Rail ridership: 342,834
# October 30, 2009 - Rail ridership: 745,862
# October 29, 2009 - Rail ridership: 751,016
# October 28, 2009 - Rail ridership: 735,834
# October 27, 2009 - Rail ridership: 738,516
# October 26, 2009 - Rail ridership: 747,356
# October 25, 2009 - Rail ridership: 338,608
# October 24, 2009 - Rail ridership: 359,344
# October 23, 2009 - Rail ridership: 768,231
# October 22, 2009 - Rail ridership: 755,375
# October 21, 2009 - Rail ridership: 747,356
# October 20, 2009 - Rail ridership: 740,157
# October 19, 2009 - Rail ridership: 704,768
# October 18, 2009 - Rail ridership: 230,242
# October 17, 2009 - Rail ridership: 333,710
# October 16, 2009 - Rail ridership: 753,328
# October 15, 2009 - Rail ridership: 757,603
# October 14, 2009 - Rail ridership: 762,219
# October 13, 2009 - Rail ridership: 737,589
# October 12, 2009 - Rail ridership: 358,376
# October 11, 2009 - Rail ridership: 288,666
# October 10, 2009 - Rail ridership: 352,913
# October 09, 2009 - Rail ridership: 749,057
# October 08, 2009 - Rail ridership: 775,897
# October 07, 2009 - Rail ridership: 766,446
# October 06, 2009 - Rail ridership: 761,547
# October 05, 2009 - Rail ridership: 729,525
# October 04, 2009 - Rail ridership: 279,960
# October 03, 2009 - Rail ridership: 386,348
# October 02, 2009 - Rail ridership: 754,893
# October 01, 2009 - Rail ridership: 736,227
What was the capital of the US before Washington D.C.?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania was the first capital under the First Continental Congress from September 5, 1774 to October 24, 1774
Baltimore, Maryland was the first capital under the Second Continental Congress from December 20, 1776 to February 27, 1777
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania was the first capital under the Articles of Confederation from March 1, 1781 to June 21, 1783
New York City was the first capital under the Constitution from March 4, 1789 to August 12, 1790
What is the capital of Washington D.C.?
Community Answer 1
Washington DC has a total area of 68.3 square miles. The entire area is one city, and the entire area is the capital of the US.
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Community Answer 2
Washington DC doesn't have a capital. Washington DC is the capital of the US.
Washington D.C. is the capital city of the United States.
What is the distance between Washington DC and Chicago IL?
Between: Washington, DC
and: Chicago, IL
Driving miles: 700
Driving time: 12 hrs
This approximate driving time and mileage information is based on traveling non-stop in good driving conditions. Driving time does not take into consideration conditions which may extend travel time. These can include weather, road work, border crossings, and rush hour traffic in urban areas. Mileage denotes actual road miles covered as opposed to Point A to Point B linear distances on a map.
Who came up with the name Washington dc?
It was founded in 1800.
Washington, DC was officially founded in the late 18th century after Congress passed the Residence Act. At the start of the 19th century, the land was officially recognized as the country's capital.
What does DC stands for in the name of American capital Washington DC?
Exactly what the related answers say. District of Columbia .
What is the best route from Washington DC to Connecticut?
Take I-93 south to exit 1 for I-95 south through Providence RI, New Londen, new Haven, Bridgeport, then turn left at exit 6B to I-278 west to FDR drive south then there you are in the Big apple. If you on the mass pike , get off at exit 15 for I-95 Rt-128 south insted of staying to I-84 (it will cost more in tolls)
Why is Washington DC in the eastern part of the US?
dc is in the eastern part of the U.S., because the capitol was moved there when the U.S. border was the Mississippi River
5 large cities in Washington D.C.?
Washington DC is surrounded on the east by Virginia and on the north, south and west by Maryland.
In Virginia the jurisdictions closest to Washington DC are:
Alexandria VA,
Arlington VA,
McLean VA
In Maryland the jurisdictions closest to Washington DC are:
Bethesda MD,
Takoma Park MD,
Silver Spring MD,
Prince Georges County covers the east and south
These are the zip codes for the places on Whidbey Island
98236 - Clinton
98239 - Coupeville
98249 - Freeland
98253 - Greenbank
98260 - Langley
98277 - Oak Harbor
What does dc mean in the word Washington D C?
The acronym DC can mean many things, and context will tell you which one , such as:
- Direct Current.
- In the proper noun, Washington D.C., D.C. means "District of Columbia."
- Domestic Circumstances.
- Detective Constable.
- D&C is a medical procedure.
How far is it from Washington D.C. to Alaska?
To drive from Washington DC to Juneau, Alaska one would drive about 3,755 miles. This would take about 67 1/2 hours. It would also require entering Canada. The drive to Fairbanks, Alaska would drive about 4,166 miles.
How far from Springfield Oh to Washington DC?
1,040 miles
This is the route:
- Take I-270 NORTH, from Washington, D.C., to I-70 WEST to HAGERSTOWN at EXIT 32 in Frederick, MARYLAND.
- Take I-70 WEST to I-44 WEST to TULSA in St. Louis, via I-270 WEST to bypass ST. LOUIS (EXIT off of I-70 in ILLINOIS to get onto I-270 WEST; EXIT 5B off I-270 in MISSOURI to get onto I-44 WEST to TULSA), and via I-470 WEST (EXIT 5A off I-70 in WEST VIRGINIA) to bypass WHEELING, WV, and via I-465 SOUTH to bypass INDIANAPOLIS, IN (EXIT 90 off I-70 in INDIANA to get onto I-465 SOUTH ; EXIT 9 off I-465 to continue on I-70 WEST to ST. LOUIS).
- Take I-44 WEST to Springfield, MO.
