Washington's Tomb, Tomb in United States of America
Washington's Tomb is situated beneath the Crypt in the United States Capitol.
The tomb was designed to inter the remains of George Washington, the first President of the United States.
George Washington's legacy and role as a founding father make the tomb a symbol of American heritage.
While Washington's body is not actually interred there, visitors to the Capitol might expect to find his tomb.
The empty tomb stands as a monument to Washington, though he was buried at his home, Mount Vernon.
Location: Washington, D.C.
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