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A Look Back in Time: The United States Capitol Dome Under Construction in 1860, Just Before the Civil War

Take a look back in time to 1860 and view this photo of the United States Capitol Dome under construction, just prior to the start of the Civil War. Source: Ghosts of DC.
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This is a terrific photo of the United States Capitol Dome being built in 1860, just prior to the Civil War.

Capitol Dome under construction in 1860

Source: Ghosts of DC

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