# " AMERICA'S CAPITAL " 1950s WASHINGTON D.C. TRAVELOGUE WHITE HOUSE, SUPREME COURT, ARLINGTON 75502

Made by Eugene Castle's Castle Films back in the early 1950s, AMERICA'S CAPITAL presents scenic views of Washington, D.C. including shots of the White House, Supreme Court Building, Capitol Building, National Mall, Library of Congress, National Archives, Mt. Vernon, Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, Ford's Theater, Arlington National Cemetery and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Pentagon, Embassy Row, National Cathedral, a synagogue and mosque, the National Zoo, a public swimming pool, and more. An inaugural parade is also seen, most likely for Dwight D. Eisenhower. Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States, is a city rich in history and significance, home to iconic landmarks such as the White House, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress. It honors the nation's founding figures, with memorials dedicated to George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Abraham Lincoln, as well as Arlington National Cemetery, where the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier stands as a symbol of respect for fallen soldiers. The city also serves as the political hub of the nation, with notable locations like the Pentagon, the Bureau of Engraving, and Embassy Row. In addition to its historical and governmental importance, Washington offers recreational activities, such as the Zoological Park and Rock Creek Park, alongside vibrant cultural events, including the grand inaugural parade. Washington, D.C., is a dynamic metropolis where history, politics, and community…

- Kind: Film
- Genres: Travel, Industrial and advertising
- Archive: [Internet Archive](https://archive.org/details/75502CastleFilmsAmericasCapitol)
- Licence or status: none stated by the archive
- Who can watch: Teens profiles and older (the archive gives no rating; placed by Invisible Network from its collection and subjects)

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