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)

Source

Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division. View original.

Publisher

Atkins & Nightingale, London & Philadelphia

Date

1801

Coverage

1800-1829

Extent

57.5 x 45cm (original)

topic

building the mall
everyday life

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