2. By: Payton

3. History In 1790 President Washington selected land for a place for the government. chose land from Maryland and Virginia. Pierre L’Enfant took the 100 square mile area and made it into the city of Washington D.C. President Washington

4. Location South of Maryland North of Virginia 67 square miles divided into quadrants with US Capitol Building in the center NorthwestNortheast SoutheastSouthwest

5. Driving time 18 hours, 20 minutes Flying time 3 hours, 30 minutes How to Get There

6. Population 572,000 – about the same as Halifax. Male 47% and Female 53%. White people 31%, Black people 60%, and Hispanic people 8%. DC Statistics

7. Tourist Attractions White House – where the President of U.S.A, George Bush, lives. World War II Memorial - place to remember men who fought in World War Two. U.S Capital Building – the government works there Lincoln Memorial – a place that celebrates great accomplishments in the country World War 11 Monument World War 11 Memorial Lincoln Memorial

8. Sports NHL – Washington Capitals – MCI Center MLB – Washington Nationals – RFK Stadium NFL – Washington Redskins – Fed Ex Field NBA – Washington Wizards – MCI Center

9. Conclusion I picked this topic because I had such a good time visiting my friend Ryan who moved there. I enjoyed seeing Ryan and attending an NHL and NFL game.

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