Washington, D.C.

History

Washington, D.C. is the capital of the United States. On July 16, 1790, the Residence Act approved the creation of a capital district as permitted by the U.S. Constitution. The District is under the exclusive jurisdiction of the United States Congress and is therefore not a part of any U.S. state. The city and the U.S. state of Washington, which is on the country's Pacific coast, were both named in honor of George Washington.

The centers of all three branches of the federal government of the United States are in the District, including the Congress, President, and Supreme Court. Washington is home to many national monuments and museums, which are primarily situated on or around the National Mall.

Points of Interest

Hewitt Industries: Hewitt Industries was a Washington DC based research and development firm owned by the late Henry Hewitt. It was here that Hewitt developed the atomic containment suit that he wore as the villain, Tokamak.

Jefferson Memorial: The Jefferson Memorial is a commemorative monument located in Washington, D.C. in honor of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States.

Residents

Heroes

The following is a list of heroes who are known to have lived or operated in the Washington DC area at some point during their careers.

Freedom Fighters
Justice Society of America (on occasion)
Unknown Soldier
Wonder Woman (Earth-One)

Villains

The following is a list of villains who are known to have lived or operated in the Washington DC area at some point during their careers.

Lex Luthor

Others

Notes

No special notes.

Trivia

The district of Washington D.C. was named for George Washington, the first president of the United States.

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