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5 days ago · The Burning of Washington, D.C. The White House burned on August 24, 1814, the result of an attack by British forces during the War of 1812. It is the only time that the American capital was occupied by enemy forces. The summer of 1814 was a hot one, and the war, which began in 1812, was raging, in the north and in the east.
3 days ago · Washington, D.C., capital of the United States, coextensive with the District of Columbia, located on the northern shore of the Potomac River. Often referred to simply as D.C., the city is an international metropolis, a picturesque tourist destination, and an unmatched treasury of the country’s history and artifacts.
5 days ago · The Watergate. As one of Washington’s most iconic buildings, The Watergate is a 10-acre complex comprising six buildings found at the intersection New Hampshire & Virginia Avenues NW. Located along the Potomac River in Foggy Bottom, the Watergate was one of the first mixed use buildings in DC and was developed in the 1960s as a “city in a ...
3 days ago · White House, the office and residence of the president of the United States at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue N.W. in Washington, D.C. Since the administration of George Washington (1789–97), who occupied presidential residences in New York and Philadelphia, every American president has resided at the White House.
6 days ago · 1053 Reviews. $30 and under. Contemporary American. Top Tags: Great for craft beers. Good for groups. Great for happy hour. The Arsenal is the 200-seat restaurant & bar housed within the brewery, Bluejacket. The menu updates, refines and extends the classic fare of beer halls and public houses by featuring the best locally sourced products ...
5 days ago · Location and transportation. Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill. 525 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC, District of Columbia, 20001, USA. Directions Opens new tab. Hilton Washington DC Capitol located 3 blocks from the US Capitol. Perfect hotel to take a break from your busy day on the hill.
5 days ago · The Darcy is an elegant hotel in Downtown Washington, D.C. designed to delight and accommodate the modern traveler. The property features 226 guest rooms, each providing a residential-style experience through comfortable design, refined décor, and thoughtful amenities. Accessible and pet-friendly accommodations are also available.
