#OnThisDate September 18, 1793 - Cornerstone Of Democracy

President George Washington Laid The Cornerstone Of The United States Capitol In Washington, D.C., A Symbolic Act Marking The Nation's Commitment To Democracy.

The Capitol Was To Be The Seat Of The Legislative Branch Of The New Government, Housing The Senate And The House Of Representatives.

The Ceremony Took Place On Jenkins' Hill, Now Known As Capitol Hill, In The City Named After The First President.

Designed By Architect William Thornton, The Building Represented The Ideals Of The Young Republic, Blending Neoclassical Architecture With A Sense Of Grandeur That Reflected The Nation's Aspirations.

Washington’s Participation Underscored The Importance Of The Capitol As The Heart Of American Political Life.

The Cornerstone Laying Was A Masonic Ceremony, Attended By Members Of The Freemasons, Emphasizing The Influence Of Enlightenment Ideals On The Nation's Founders​.

Over The Years, The Capitol Has Evolved, Undergoing Expansions And Renovations, But It Remains A Powerful Symbol Of The American People's Sovereignty.

This Event In 1793 Set The Stage For The Capitol To Become Not Just The Physical Center Of The American Government, But A Symbol Of The Enduring Nature Of The Country's Democratic Institutions.

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