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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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Where did the name Washington DC come from?
The city was named after George Washington, the first president of the United States. "DC" stands for the District of Columbia. Columbia was a poetic name for the United States used at the time.
What is the capital hill in Washington dc use for?
they use it to do the government things like making up rules and fines
It is an important part of the world
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Added; It is where both Houses of the Legislature (Congress) meet. The US Senate Chamber is on one side of the building and the Chamber of the US House of Representatives is on the other. They are separated by the central part of the building, the domed portion, known as the Rotunda.
What does the name District of Columbia mean?
The federal district was named 'Columbia' because it was a poetic name for the United States at the time, being that it is a derivative of the last name Colon, of Cristobal Colon (Christopher Columbus), the "discoverer" of the new world.
Why is the White House in Washington D.C.?
The white house is in Washington DC because Washington DC is the united state's capital. It is head of all the government, and holds all the offices.
Does the state of Vermont recognize Washington D.C. registered domestic partnerships?
Not likely, since a Washington DC registered domestic partnership is not "comprehensive" in that it only offers limited rights and responsibilities and is not substantially equivalent to marriage. The ACLU says:
Comprehensive domestic partnerships, such as those from California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington, are also likely to be recognized as civil unions in Vermont, though this has not been conclusively determined. Consult a lawyer for more information.
What was the population of Washington DC in 2008?
The population was about 596,000 based on the 2010 Census figure of 601,723.
What is the nearest Metro Station to the Supreme Court Building in Washington DC?
Federal Triangle (blue and orange lines), Metro Center (blue, orange, and red lines) and McPherson Square (blue and orange lines).
The closest Metrorail stations to the White House are Federal Triangle (blue and orange lines), Metro Center (blue, orange, and red lines) and McPherson Square (blue and orange lines).
What happens to the cherries in Washington D.C.?
The Washington DC cherry trees are ornamental so do not bear fruit however the pink and white blossoms create a wondrous "snowstorm" towards the end of the yearly National Cherry Blossom Festival.
Where is Washington DC located in?
It has to do with Hamilton's plan to repay the debts of the USA after the Revolutionary war. Hamilton was Washington's economic cabinet member. His plan was that the USA would assume all of the debts of all of the states (each individual State had debt to various places at the time). This was great for all of the States, save Virginia, which had already payed off all of its debts. The south at this time was also afraid of a strong northern government taking away the rights of the south. So in order for the Bill to pass the south insisted that the nations capitol would be moved to a more central location, that central location being Washington D.C.
Why does the state Washington and Washington D.C. have the same name?
"Washington" was named after President George Washington, who selected the location of the city along the Potomac River. "D.C." stands for the District of Columbia. "Columbia" was a poetic name.
Does the district of Columbia get 3 electoral votes?
yes
According to the 23rd Amendment to the U. S. Constitution, the District of Columbia is allowed to appoint the number of electors to which it would be entitled if it were a state, but never more than the number of electors from the least populous state.
Each of the seven least populous states has the minimum possible number of electors, three. And currently, the population of D.C. exceeds the population of Wyoming.
What is the procedure for same-sex marriage in Washington DC?
The procedure is the same for any marriage (gay or straight) in Washington, DC:
- Complete marriage license application form;
- Appear in person, both partners, at Moultrie Courthouse;
- Show proof of age for both partners;
- Pay $45 fee for marriage license;
- Mandatory waiting period of three full business days;
- Bring marriage license to legal officiant (clergy or judge);
- Officiant signs license and returns it to Court;
- Certificate of marriage is mailed to your home address.
Washington, D.C. is officially governed by Congress and may rule the city in whatever manner it desires. Since 1973, Congress has allowed the city to have an elected mayor and city council, which handle the day-to-day affairs of government. However, any laws passed by the city council must be approved by Congress before they can go into effect.
What is inscribed at the top of the Washington Monument?
On the east facing side of the Washington Monument is says "Laus deo" meaning "Praise be to God."
The west side reads: "Corner Stone laid on bed of foundation, July 4, 1848. First stone at height of 152 feet laid August 7, 1880. Capstone set December 6, 1884.
The north side reads: "Joint commission at setting of capstone. Chester A. Arthur. W.W. Corcoran, Chairman. M.E. Bell. Edward Clark. John Newton. Act of August 2, 1876."
The south side reads: "Chief engineer and architect, Thos. Lincoln Casey, Colonel, Corps of Engineers. Assistants: George W. Davis, Captain, 14th Infantry. Bernard R. Green, Civil Engineer. Master Mechanic: P.H. McLaughlin."
Is Washington D.C. part of the state of Maryland?
Yes & NO.
Yes: DC is "sitting" on defunct Maryland territory. No: it was annexed in 1791 from Maryland. (NW/SW DC is former Montgomery County & NE/SE DC is former Prince George's County). No, but the land currently defined as D.C. was originally part of Maryland and would probably revert to Maryland if the Federal Government, D.C. residents or Maryland wished to change the status of D.C. (as happened in 1846 with the portions of Northern Virginia that used to be part of D.C. reverting back to Virginia) wikipedia --- > Maryland Retrocession.
No, Washington, DC borders Maryland and Virginia but is part of neither state. It is US Government land that is part of neither state and governed seperately.
Washington state is the northwest corner of the United States.
Which president's wife was responsible for bringing Washington DC the famous cherry trees?
Helen Taft, in 1912. See http://www.answers.com/topic/japanese-cherry-trees.
Was Washington DC named after George Washington because he was the first president of the US?
Yes. Washington State is named after the first president George Washington.
Do you need a motorcycle licence to operate a 150cc scooter in Washington?
i just purchased a 150cc scooter in Illinois on sept 27, 2008. according to the dealer, as of January 1, 2008; any motor scooter or cycle that can travel at 30mph or faster is required to have a license (it used to be based on cc rating of engine, but no longer). you will need to check in with DMV to get a booklet (available on line); take a written and driving test.
Washington, D.C. is not a state. It is the District of Columbia.
How much did the Washington Monument weigh?
The Washington Monument weighs about as much as 555 pounds.
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Is Washington D.C. a state in the US?
Washington DC is not a state, although it is part of the United States. DC, the District of Columbia, in which the City of Washington is located, is a Federal District governed by Congress and not part of any state.
Does Washington DC have a death penalty?
Washington is one of two states that still allows the condemned to choose hanging as an option to lethal injection. Only two inmates have chosen that method since the Supreme Court lifted the moratorium on capital punishment in 1976:
Westley Allen Dodd ("the volunteer"), in January 1993
Charles Campbell, in May 1994
New Hampshire reserves the right to use hanging if lethal injection proves impractical, but has not hanged anyone since executing Howard Long, in July 1939. Long was also the last person executed in New Hampshire, which reinstated the death penalty in January 1991 but seldom uses it.
