Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Post #1 -- What I already know

Washington D.C.


What:

  • I know it is the capital of the United states. 
  • It was named after the first president.
  • It has all three of the branches of government there.

When:

  • It was founded July 16, 1790.

Where:

  • It is located right in the center of the 13 colonies, which is on the East coast.

Why:

  • It was built with very elegant structure to impress other countries and their ambassadors.
  • Congress needed a place to put the capital.
How:

  • It was established by the constitution.

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