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The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 11:59am On Mar 16, 2017
For two hundred years, the White House has stood as a symbol of the Presidency, the United States government, and the American people.

Its history, and the history of the nation’s capital, began when President George Washington signed an Act of Congress in December of 1790 declaring that the federal government would reside in a district "not exceeding ten miles square on the river Potomac."

President Washington, together with city planner Pierre L’Enfant, chose the site for the new residence, which is now 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

As preparations began for the new federal city, a competition was held to find a builder of the "President’s House."

Nine proposals were submitted, and Irish-born architect James Hoban won a gold medal for his practical and handsome design.

Construction began when the first cornerstone was laid in October of 1792.

Although President Washington oversaw the construction of the house, he never lived in it.

It was not until 1800, when the White House was nearly completed, that its first residents, President John Adams and his wife, Abigail, moved in.

Since that time, each President has made his own changes and additions.











https://georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov/history/facts.html
https://www.buzzfeed.com/terripous/22-things-you-probably-never-knew-about-the-white-house?utm_term=.sx0YoRRB5#.pjxMvpplG

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 12:05pm On Mar 16, 2017
At various times in history, the White House has been known as the "President's Palace," the "President's House," and the "Executive Mansion."

President Theodore Roosevelt officially gave the White House its current name in 1901.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 12:09pm On Mar 16, 2017
There are 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, and 6 levels in the Residence. There are also 412 doors, 147 windows, 28 fireplaces, 8 staircases, and 3 elevators.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by odiereke(m): 12:11pm On Mar 16, 2017
The Official Resident of the President of the World.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by abdul4new(m): 12:11pm On Mar 16, 2017
My Oga explorer i dey gbadun you kwontinu...

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by luckyz4rea(m): 12:12pm On Mar 16, 2017
If it's Nigerian government they'll build something that won't last so as to demolish and rebuild as a means to loot the country's treasury!

Very religious nation yet nothing to show for the religiosity! But how come the US is religious yet they are the best at what they do?

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 12:12pm On Mar 16, 2017
It was indeed built by slaves.

Michelle Obama was right, D.C. commissioners had slaves, in addition to white laborers and European immigrants, construct the president’s house.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 12:13pm On Mar 16, 2017
The Oval Office wasn’t put in until 1913.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Nobody: 12:15pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers - I like you, no doubt for your educative & informative threads but please - could you also be fair enough to open threads about Russia, Iran, North Korea, China & even Syria instead of always shoving Amerikan threads down our throat everytime? grin cheesy grin

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 12:17pm On Mar 16, 2017
The first family actually has to pay for their food.


They don’t pay rent, but food and grocery expenses, in addition to things like toiletries and dry cleaning, are taken out of the president’s salary annually.

This is a view of the White House kitchen circa 1892.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 12:19pm On Mar 16, 2017
It's the only private residence of a head of state that the public can visit for free.


Visitors do have to request and book tours in advance, though.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Young03(m): 12:34pm On Mar 16, 2017
Thats nice
Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by shumuel(m): 12:40pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers:
The Oval Office wasn’t put in until 1913.


You mean The Oval Office is older than Nigeria shocked ?

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by ichommy(m): 12:47pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers:
It was indeed built by slaves.

Michelle Obama was right, D.C. commissioners had slaves, in addition to white laborers and European immigrants, construct the president’s house.

Really? Good to know.......
Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by augster(m): 12:53pm On Mar 16, 2017
Waiting for the post about Aso Rock like

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by WenysAD(f): 12:53pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers:
It's the only private residence of a head of state that the public can visit for free.


Visitors do have to request and book tours in advance, though.


Makes sense
Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 12:58pm On Mar 16, 2017
At various times, the house and grounds have been totally open to the public.


Thomas Jefferson put artifacts on the lawn for peoples’ enjoyment, Grover Cleveland’s nanny used to walk his daughter Ruth among the masses on the South Lawn, and Warren Harding left the gates open for anyone to stroll around. Now, the property is completely gated off and some surrounding streets are closed to traffic.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 1:07pm On Mar 16, 2017
For recreation, the White House has a variety of facilities available to its residents, including a tennis court, Basketball court, jogging track, swimming pool, movie theater, and bowling lane.


Pictured: Ex President Barack Obama playing basketball with members of Congress and Cabinet secretaries.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Harkindeylee(m): 1:24pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers:
For recreation, the White House has a variety of facilities available to its residents, including a tennis court, Basketball court, jogging track, swimming pool, movie theater, and bowling lane.


Pictured: Ex President Barack Obama playing basketball with members of Congress and Cabinet secretaries.
see as all of them dey fit... Unlike nigeria president and cabinet members... Old pple.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Nimi22(f): 1:31pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers:
At various times, the house and grounds have been totally open to the public.


Thomas Jefferson put artifacts on the lawn for peoples’ enjoyment, Grover Cleveland’s nanny used to walk his daughter Ruth among the masses on the South Lawn, and Warren Harding left the gates open for anyone to stroll around. Now, the property is completely gated off and some surrounding streets are closed to traffic.
Times have changed. Now the heart of man is desperately wicked. Mayeb if the Bible knew how it will be now it will have looked for a more befitting word for it.
Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by donjazet(m): 1:54pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers, about how many total followers have you amassed?

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by slurryeye: 2:26pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers:
In 1814, during the War of 1812, the White House was set ablaze by the British Army in the Burning of Washington, destroying the interior and charring much of the exterior.

This was done in retaliation for burning Upper Canada’s Parliament Buildings in the Battle of York.

The white house was set ablaze by Canadians during the war of 1812. Though Canada was a territory of Britain then, Canadians take pride in telling anyone that cares to hear that they are the only country in the world that has burnt down the white house grin

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Zetra(m): 3:40pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers:


Visitors do have to request and book tours in advance, though.

those in government wouldn't copy this idea as a way to generate revenue and promote tourism in Nigeria, but they will quickly travel out for vacation

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by sisisioge: 4:26pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers:
For recreation, the White House has a variety of facilities available to its residents, including a tennis court, Basketball court, jogging track, swimming pool, movie theater, and bowling lane.


Pictured: Ex President Barack Obama playing basketball with members of Congress and Cabinet secretaries.

Chai, see as all of them come dey look sweaty hot like this. Small time, one person go begin argue say him no wear uniform because of fear of looking like a frog. The other frogs sef are complying him so they could spite him grin. Hmmm, I wish we could have politicians with healthy appearances and brains. It is well.
Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Nobody: 4:38pm On Mar 16, 2017
This country swt I swear
Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 5:09pm On Mar 16, 2017
The White House receives approximately 6,000 visitors a day.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 5:15pm On Mar 16, 2017
In 1814, during the War of 1812, the White House was set ablaze by the British Army in the Burning of Washington, destroying the interior and charring much of the exterior.

This was done in retaliation for burning Upper Canada’s Parliament Buildings in the Battle of York.

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by uzeba(m): 5:25pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers:
It's the only private residence of a head of state that the public can visit for free.


Visitors do have to request and book tours in advance, though.
if person near aso rock ehh!

say na visit u wan visit!!

Bro! u b Oyo state!

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Explorers(m): 5:27pm On Mar 16, 2017
The design for the White House was chosen in a contest.

The winner was Irishman James Hoban.

His design was influenced by the Leinster House in Dublin.

Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by id911(m): 6:09pm On Mar 16, 2017
Explorers:
For recreation, the White House has a variety of facilities available to its residents, including a tennis court, Basketball court, jogging track, swimming pool, movie theater, and bowling lane.


Pictured: Ex President Barack Obama playing basketball with members of Congress and Cabinet secretaries.

very educative thread, see how fit and active obama and his cabinet looked like. Come to naija come see how our president and his cabinet look like. Maybe this country was not meant to grow

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by freshness2020: 7:12pm On Mar 16, 2017
Nairaland, home for knowledge +

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Re: The White House, Official Residence And Workplace Of The President Of The U.S. by Nobody: 7:42pm On Mar 16, 2017
cry grin cry grin

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