A manual on the origin and development of Washington
Unraveling the Legacy of a Capital CityBy H. Paul Caemmerer
Length8h 8m
About this audiobook
In "A Manual on the Origin and Development of Washington," H. Paul Caemmerer meticulously chronicles the historical evolution of the nation's capital, offering a unique blend of meticulous research and narrative flair. The book is structured to guide the reader through the chronological milestones of Washington, D.C., from its establishment as a federal territory to its role as a symbol of American democracy. Caemmerer employs a scholarly yet accessible style, enriching the text with vivid descriptions and contextualized anecdotes that illuminate the political, social, and architectural developments that have shaped the city. This comprehensive work serves as both a historical record and an interpretative framework, situating Washington within the larger tapestry of American history during a time of rapid change and growth. H. Paul Caemmerer, an eminent historian and an advocate for urban studies, draws upon his deep expertise in American history and urban development to compose this seminal work. His background in architectural history and urban planning informs his analysis throughout, as he blends comprehensive historical narrative with insights into the intricacies of city planning and the cultural significance of Washington as a capital. Through his thorough examination, he addresses the myriad factors that motivated the founding fathers in their choice of location and design for the seat of government. This book is essential for anyone interested in American history, political science, or urban studies, as it not only educates but also provokes critical thought about the relationship between a city and its role in shaping national identity. Caemmerer's insightful exploration will appeal to scholars, students, and history enthusiasts alike, inviting readers to re-examine the significance of Washington, D.C., as a living monument to the American experiment.
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GenreHistory
Length8 hrs 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 10, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE
67BRONZE DOORS OF THE SENATE WING
2Chapter I THE FEDERAL CITY STORY OF THE MOVEMENT WHICH ESTABLISHED THE SEAT OF GOVERNMENT NEAR THE POTOMAC
68BRONZE DOORS OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES WING
3HISTORY OF EARLY SETTLEMENTS ALONG THE POTOMAC
69THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES
4SITE OF THE FEDERAL CITY
70SENATE AND HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OFFICE BUILDINGS
5TERMS OF ORIGINAL AGREEMENT
71UNION STATION
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6BOUNDARY STONES OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
72WASHINGTON CITY POST OFFICE
7PRELIMINARY STUDIES
73LIBRARY OF CONGRESS
8Chapter IV MAJ. PIERRE CHARLES L’ENFANT
74FOLGER SHAKESPEARE LIBRARY
9THE ELLICOTT PLAN—THE L’ENFANT PLAN ENLARGED
75SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION
10Chapter VI EARLY WASHINGTON
76GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE
11Chapter VII WASHINGTON, 1810-1815
77THE WHITE HOUSE
12Chapter VIII WASHINGTON, 1816-1839
78DEPARTMENT OF STATE
13Chapter IX WASHINGTON, 1840-1859
79DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
14Chapter X WASHINGTON 1860-1870
80THE CORCORAN GALLERY OF ART
15Chapter XI IMPROVEMENTS MADE DURING PRESIDENT GRANT’S ADMINISTRATION
81THE AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS
16Chapter XII THE INFLUENCE OF THE CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION AND OF THE WORLD’S COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION ON ART IN THE UNITED STATES
82MEMORIAL CONTINENTAL HALL
17Chapter XIII HIGHWAY PLAN OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
83CONSTITUTION HALL
18McMILLAN PARK COMMISSION
84THE PAN AMERICAN BUILDING
19PLANS OF THE McMILLAN PARK COMMISSION
85THE NEW DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUILDING
20THE HEAD OF THE MALL
86PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE BUILDING
21DEVELOPMENT OF THE MALL
87FEDERAL RESERVE BOARD BUILDING
22RESTORING THE MALL AXIS
88NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
23EXTENDING THE MALL AXIS TO THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL
89AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF PHARMACY
24Chapter XV NATIONAL COMMISSION OF FINE ARTS
90SCOTTISH RITE TEMPLE
25ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS ABSENT
91CARNEGIE INSTITUTION OF WASHINGTON
26HEIGHT OF BUILDINGS RESTRICTED BY THE CAPITOL DOME
92CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF THE UNITED STATES
27EAST CAPITOL STREET—EXTENDING THE MALL AXIS EASTWARD
93NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
28THE FORT DRIVE
94IMPORTANT BRIDGES OF WASHINGTON
29WASHINGTON CHANNEL AND THE WATER FRONT
95CATHEDRAL OF ST. PETER AND ST. PAUL (WASHINGTON CATHEDRAL)
30GEORGE WASHINGTON MEMORIAL PARKWAY
96NATIONAL SHRINE OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
31THE MOUNT VERNON HIGHWAY TRAVERSES HISTORIC TERRITORY
97NATIONAL CHURCHES IN WASHINGTON
32FEATURES OF THE HIGHWAY DESCRIBED
98EMBASSIES AND LEGATIONS
33MOUNT VERNON
99NEW BUILDINGS NECESSARY
34WAKEFIELD, THE BIRTHPLACE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON
100PLANS AS DEVELOPED
35THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL
101PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE
36DECORATIONS
102TRIANGLE DEVELOPMENT
37THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL AND SURROUNDING AREA
103ENLARGEMENT OF THE CAPITOL GROUNDS AND UNION STATION PLAZA DEVELOPMENT
38THE ARLINGTON MEMORIAL BRIDGE
104UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT BUILDING
39LAFAYETTE PARK
105HOMES OF THE SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES
40JAPANESE CHERRY TREES
106Chapter XXIII THE GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
41MERIDIAN HILL PARK
107HISTORY OF ARLINGTON
42ROCK CREEK PARK
108ARLINGTON MEMORIAL AMPHITHEATER
43ANACOSTIA PARK
109TOMB OF THE UNKNOWN SOLDIER
44NATIONAL ARBORETUM
110STATUE OF GEN. GEORGE WASHINGTON
45THE CAPITOL
111TRIPOLI COLUMN
46THE WHITE HOUSE
112STATUE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON
47OCTAGON HOUSE
113STATUE OF GEN. ANDREW JACKSON
48DOLLY MADISON HOUSE
114ADAMS MEMORIAL
49DECATUR HOUSE
115STATUE OF GENERAL LAFAYETTE
50OTHER HISTORICAL HOUSES
116STATUE OF ALEXANDER R. SHEPHERD
51GEORGETOWN
117STATUE OF HENRY WADSWORTH LONGFELLOW
52FRANCIS SCOTT KEY MANSION
118STATUE OF JOHN WITHERSPOON
53TUDOR PLACE
119MEMORIAL OF THE GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC TO DR. BENJAMIN FRANKLIN STEPHENSON
54ROCK CREEK CHURCH (ST. PAUL’S) IN ROCK CREEK CEMETERY
120STATUE OF GEN. CASIMIR PULASKI
55CHRIST CHURCH
121ZERO MILESTONE
56ST. JOHN’S CHURCH
122DUPONT MEMORIAL
57THE COURTS OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
123STATUE OF JEANNE D’ARC
58OLD LAND OFFICE BUILDING
124STATUE OF DANTE
59OLD PATENT OFFICE BUILDING
125GEN. U. S. GRANT MEMORIAL
60THE WASHINGTON MONUMENT
126STATUE OF EDMUND BURKE
61SOLDIERS’ HOME
127STATUE OF ALEXANDER HAMILTON
62CABIN JOHN BRIDGE
128STATUES AND MONUMENTS
63FORD’S THEATER
129BIBLIOGRAPHICAL LIST OF BOOKS ON WASHINGTON THE NATIONAL CAPITAL HISTORY AND DESCRIPTION (By courtesy of the Library of Congress)
64LINCOLN MUSEUM AND THE OLDROYD COLLECTION OF LINCOLNIANA
130PRESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES, CHIEF MAGISTRATES OF THE NATIONAL CAPITAL
65STATUE OF FREEDOM
131A TRIBUTE FROM VISCOUNT BRYCE
66BRONZE DOORS OF THE CAPITOL
132TRANSCRIPTIONS OF CHARTS AND MAPS
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