Which U.S. capital was burned by the British in the War of 1812?

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Serena D.
Jan 16, 2018

Washington, D.C.

Explanation:

The burning occurred on August 24th, 1814, during President James Madison's presidency. The British set fire to the city after threatening to invade it. Dolley Madison, the first lady, famously saved a portrait of George Washington from being burned and/or looted by the enemy troops.

https://www.senate.gov/artandhistory/history/common/generic/August_Burning_Washington.htm

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