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Washington, D.C. embodies a rich tapestry of identities shaped by its historical and geographical context. As a city straddling the cultural divide between North and South, it has evolved from a tidewater town to a southern city, playing pivotal roles in the Civil War and symbolizing national unity. Over the years, it has transformed into a central government hub while also reflecting the influence of the Boston-New York corridor and establishing itself as an international metropolis.
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Political Terrain, Carl Abbott
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- Released
- 1999
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- Title
- Political Terrain
- Subtitle
- Washington, D.C., from Tidewater Town to Global Metropolis
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Carl Abbott
- Released
- 1999
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 272
- ISBN13
- 9780807848050
- Category
- Geography / Topography
- Description
- Washington, D.C. embodies a rich tapestry of identities shaped by its historical and geographical context. As a city straddling the cultural divide between North and South, it has evolved from a tidewater town to a southern city, playing pivotal roles in the Civil War and symbolizing national unity. Over the years, it has transformed into a central government hub while also reflecting the influence of the Boston-New York corridor and establishing itself as an international metropolis.