diplomatic buildings
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Ashburton House
Washington, District of Columbia
1842
In addition, the Webster-Ashburton Treaty of 1842 saw the United States Government protect and respect the rights of the States in international affairs and stand firm against British impressment of sailors .
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Charles Evans Hughes House
Washington, District of Columbia
1907-48
From 1930 until his death, this was the residence of Charles Evans Hughes (1862-1948), a leader in the progressive movement, the holder of important offices under several Presidents, Justice and Chief Justice of the U.S.
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Lafayette Square Historic District
Washington, District of Columbia
1851-81
Lafayette Park, designated as the President's Park when Washington became the Capital in 1791, was renamed in 1824 to honor the visit of Marquis de Lafayette. Houses fronting the park have been residences of Washington's elite society.
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