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The U.S. Capitol Under Construction in 1858

An 1858 photograph shows Capitol construction beyond the storefronts lining Pennsylvania Avenue.

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photograph of the Capitol under construction in 1858
photograph of the Capitol under construction in 1858

I came across this gem scanning through the Architect of the Capitol’s website. I had to share it with you tonight. View the full-size photograph. It’s pretty amazing to take a look at the details and the stores on the left, lining Pennsylvania Ave before the Civil War.

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photograph of the Capitol under construction in 1858 (Architect of the Capitol)

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On the AtlasNewSee where this happenedU.S. Capitol38.8898° N · 77.0090° W

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Topics1850s · Architecture · Capitol Building · Pennsylvania Avenue

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