Political Terrain

Washington, D.C., from Tidewater Town to Global Metropolis

Autori

• Carl Abbott

Parametri

Pagine

272pagine

Tempo di lettura

10ore

• Geografia & Topografia
• Mappe e viaggi

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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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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1999

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