Washington DC Flashcards
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Q
Who was the British general that was heading to Benedict, Maryland?
A
General Robert Ross
1
Q
When did the British attack Washington DC?
A
August 23-24, 1814
2
Q
Who was the American general that had 7,000 men but many fled?
A
General William Winder
3
Q
How many Marines did Commander Joshua Barney have?
A
150
4
Q
Who did he buy time for?
A
The President
5
Q
Who was Madison’s wife and what significant thing did she do?
A
Dolley and she saved the painting of George Washington
6
Q
The patent office was saved by what?
A
A storm
7
Q
When was Madison allowed back into the President’s house?
A
August 27
8
Q
Where did Madison and Dolley stay when out of the Presidents house?
A
Octagon House
