The cornerstone was laid for a presidential residence in the newly designated capital city of Washington. In 1800, President John Adams became the fir

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The cornerstone was laid for a presidential residence in the newly designated capital city of Washington. In 1800, President John Adams became the first president to reside in the executive mansion, which soon became known as the “White House”.

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