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The State of Washington was not yet explored and was not a "State" in George Washington's lifetime and when the government was established. When the western territory opened, the area known as The State of Washington adopted the name "Washington" as its State name in honor of George Washington. Many towns, cities, and townships across our nation honored George Washington by using "Washington" as the place name.
It is important to note, at first the Nation's Capital was in New York. The government was re-settled to an area in Virginia. To set it off from ALL States, our nation's capital city is known as Washington, D.C. It is a district set apart in it's land area, name, and its purpose. The White House is the people's House, but is where the President performs his duties.
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EzraDC is not a state because the constitution says in can't be. Although there is a large movement by the citizens of the district to change that.
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Why does the state of Washington have DC after it?
Washington isn't a state. It is a city. DC stands for the District of Columbia, in which the city resides.
Is Washington DC considered a state or providence?
It is a district
What is the only city in the United states that is not in a state?
Washington DC
What booth was Abraham Lincoln assassinated in?
Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in the State Box at Ford's theatre, in Washington DC.
Which border state was the most crucial to the physical safety and protection in Washington dc during the civil war?
Maryland
