THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825
THE MONROE DOCTRINE
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Question
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What landmark was burned down during the War of 1812?
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Washington Memorial
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Mount Rushmore
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Seneca Falls
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White House
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The British torched major rooms in the Capitol, which then housed the Library of Congress, as well as the House, Senate and Supreme Court. The White House, the navy yard and several American warships were also burned; however, most private property was spared.
Detailed explanation-2: -Two hundred years ago this month, 4, 000 British soldiers lay siege to Washington, D.C., and set fire to the U.S. Capitol and the White House. And the burn marks on the White House walls are still there.
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