In retaliation for Americans burning the Canadian capital at York (Toronto) on April 27, 1813, British troops would later descend on Washington, D.C., setting fire to much of the city.
At the time, the U.S. Capitol was still being constructed and consisted of only the north and south wings connected by a wooden walkway spanning the area intended for the center building. Damage to parts of the wings was severe, but the building was not completely destroyed.
Follow the August 24, 1814, path the British took to burn the U.S. Capitol and learn more about damage done. Find more details on our blog at www.aoc.gov/explore-capitol-c....
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