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**Capital Losses: A Cultural History of Washington's Destroyed Buildings**
[Image of the Library of Congress before and after the fire]
The Library of Congress is one of the most iconic buildings in Washington, D.C., but it wasn't always that way. In 1897, a fire destroyed the original library, which was located on Capitol Hill. The loss of the library was a devastating blow to the city, but it also led to the creation of a new and improved library that would stand the test of time.
In this article, we'll take a look at the history of the Library of Congress, from its founding in 1800 to the fire that destroyed it in 1897. We'll also explore the cultural impact of the fire and how it led to the creation of the new library.
**The Founding of the Library of Congress**
The Library of Congress was founded in 1800 by President Thomas Jefferson. The library's original collection consisted of 740 books, which were transferred from the Library of Congress in Philadelphia. The library was located in the Capitol Building, and it was open to the public.
In 1814, during the War of 1812, the British invaded Washington, D.C., and set fire to the Capitol Building. The library was destroyed in the fire, and its entire collection was lost.
**The Reconstruction of the Library**
After the war, Congress decided to rebuild the Library of Congress. The new library was constructed on the same site as the old library, and it was designed by architect Charles Bulfinch. The new library was completed in 1828, and it contained a collection of over 50,000 books.
The Library of Congress continued to grow over the years, and it eventually became one of the largest libraries in the world. In 1988, the library moved to its current location on Capitol Hill. The new library is a massive complex that houses over 160 million items, including books, manuscripts, maps, and photographs.
**The Fire of 1897**
On December 24, 1897, a fire broke out in the Library of Congress. The fire started in the stacks on the third floor, and it quickly spread throughout the building. The fire burned for over 24 hours, and it destroyed over 700,000 books and manuscripts.
The fire was a devastating blow to the Library of Congress, but it also led to the creation of a new and improved library. The new library was designed by architect John Russell Pope, and it was completed in 1939. The new library is a magnificent building that houses one of the most important collections of books and manuscripts in the world.
**The Cultural Impact of the Fire**
The fire of 1897 had a profound impact on the cultural landscape of Washington, D.C. The loss of the library was a reminder of the fragility of our cultural heritage, and it led to a renewed commitment to preserving our history. The new library that was built after the fire is a testament to the importance of libraries and the role they play in our society.
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* #libraryofcongress
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* #Preservation
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