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George Town and Federal City, or City of Washington

Item

Title
George Town and Federal City, or City of Washington
Description
By 1800, the new capital city had begun to develop near the Potomac in the view down the river from the port of Georgetown. Rolling hills, prolific vegetation, and the powerful Potomac river promised a beautiful Capitol city and vibrant commercial trade.
Creator
T. Cartwright (London) Cartographer after George Beck, (Landscape painter)

Date
1801
Publisher
Atkins & Nightingale, London & Philadelphia
Source
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division. View original.
Coverage
1800-1829
Extent
57.5 x 45cm (original)
Theme
building the mall
everyday life
Item sets
Mall History Test
Media
dc1801.jpg