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The Capitol Burned and Memories of 1814 Return
A recounting of the 1814 burning of Washington as British forces attacked, with details on the capture of the Capitol, the White House, and the public works, alongside reflections on leadership, civilian fear, and the endurance of the American people. The piece also surveys contemporary reactions, rumors, and literary and social commentary tied to the event.
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Washington
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Sebors
England
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Congress
Madison
Paris
Europe
Library of Congress
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Ross
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Robert Sewill
Gail Hamilton
Mary A
Dodge
Marion Herland
M. V. Terit
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White House
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Potomac
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D.T. Whitney
Thomas Moore
Mary Powell
Anna Manning
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W. Mutrong
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Virginia Highlands
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Army
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