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The term "White House" is also used to refer to some other places, but the residence of the president of the U.S.A. is the most famous use. |
The term "White House" is also used to refer to some other places, but the residence of the president of the U.S.A. is the most famous use. |
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Construction began in 1792 and the first president in residence was the second president, John Adams. It was badly damaged in the war of 1812, was rebuilt and has undergone other changes and renovations since then. |
Construction began in 1792 and the first president in residence was the second president, John Adams. It was badly damaged in the war of 1812, was rebuilt and has undergone other changes and renovations since then. |
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In addition to being a residence for the president and the president's family while in office, the White House has offices for many staff members. |
In addition to being a residence for the president and the president's family while in office, the White House has offices for many staff members. |
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==Related== |
==Related== |
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* [[10 Downing Street]] |
* [[10 Downing Street]] |
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* {{w-ref|White House}} |
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| + | * [http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/tours-and-events public tours and events] |
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| + | * [http://www.nps.gov/whho/index.htm White House national park] |
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| + | * [http://www.whha.org/ White House Historical Association] |
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[[Category:Famous homes]] |
[[Category:Famous homes]] |
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Revision as of 05:57, 11 December 2011
the White House, residence of the president of the United States, Washington D.C.
The White House is the name of the residence of the president of the United States. It's located at
- 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
- Washington, D.C. 20500
- United States
The term "White House" is also used to refer to some other places, but the residence of the president of the U.S.A. is the most famous use.
Construction began in 1792 and the first president in residence was the second president, John Adams. It was badly damaged in the war of 1812, was rebuilt and has undergone other changes and renovations since then.
The Oval Office, the U.S. President's office, is in the White House.
In addition to being a residence for the president and the president's family while in office, the White House has offices for many staff members.
The grounds around the White House are part of the U.S. National Park Service (NPS).
Related
External links
- Wikipedia's article on White House