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"The White House", Washington, the residence of the President of the United States, 1860. Creator: Unknown. "The White House", Washington, the residence of the President of the United States, 1860. Creator: Unknown
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"The White House", Washington, the residence of the President of the United States, 1860. Creator: Unknown. "The White House", Washington, the residence of the President of the United States, 1860. Creator: Unknown
"The White House", Washington, the residence of the President of the United States, 1860. The mansion of the President of the United States, where the Prince of Wales resided during his stay at Washington, is built of freestone, painted white, and hence it is generally known as the "White House"...It has a front of 170 feet, by 86 feet deep, and is two stories high...The famous White House is a substantial, but not very large, mansion; it contains some handsome apartments, and in the interior decorations and style of furniture presents very little of Republican simplicity... The north front has a portico ornamented with four Ionic columns facing Pennsylvania avenue, and three at the sides'. From "Illustrated London News", 1860
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The White House," Washington, D.C., 1860: A Historic Residence of the President of the United States This image showcases "The White House," the official residence of the President of the United States, located in Washington, D.C., in the year 1860. The creator of this photograph remains unknown. At the time, "The White House" was a substantial yet not overly large mansion, boasting a frontage of 170 feet by 86 feet and standing two stories tall. Constructed of freestone and painted white, the building earned its popular name. The mansion's exterior was adorned with Ionic columns, with four columns gracing the north front facing Pennsylvania Avenue and three at the sides. During this period, the White House welcomed Prince Albert Edward, the Prince of Wales, as a guest. The interior of the mansion was decorated with elegant furnishings, showcasing an opulence that contrasted with the Republican simplicity of the era. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of the White House during a pivotal moment in American history. The image invites us to imagine the grandeur of the mansion and the important events that unfolded within its walls. The White House, a symbol of American democracy and presidential power, continues to captivate and inspire visitors and observers alike. This photograph, taken in 1860, was published in "Illustrated London News," providing a unique perspective on the historic residence from an international audience. The image offers a valuable record of the White House's history and architectural significance during a time of great change in American history.
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