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The land for the District of Columbia, in which the City of Washington was located, came from the State of Maryland and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The portion south of the Potomac River was returned to Virginia relatively early, becasue of the inconvenience of crossing the river and the belief at the time that neither the City nor the District would have need of that land.
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What state has the capital Washington DC?
Washington DC is the capital of the entire country. It is not the capital of a state.
Is Washington in Mississippi?
I assume you mean Washington DC. Washington is a state on the west coast. And no, Washington DC is it's own "State".
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.
What are the boundries in the state of Washington D.C.?
Washington DC is not a state.
What does the STATE DC mean?
DC refers to the District of Columbia, which is not a state.
In what state would DC be found?
Washington dc
Why does the state of Washington have DC after it?
Washington isn't a state. It is a city. DC stands for the District of Columbia, in which the city resides.
What city is the United State capital?
Washington, D.C.
Is the Lincoln Memorial in Washington state?
No, it is in Washington DC.
Which of the following is not a state kansas Iowa Washington dc and Oregon?
Washington dc is not a state.
When did the wave of immigrants from cambodia and Vietnam come to washinghtion?
Washington DC or Washington State? Either way, immigrants from SEA commenced about 1975.
What is the difference between Hawaii and Washington DC?
Hawaii is a state located in the Pacific Ocean, while Washington DC is a federal district located on the east coast of the United States. Hawaii is known for its tropical climate and unique culture, while Washington DC is the capital of the United States and known for its historical landmarks and government buildings.
