Historical Events tagged with "executivemansion"
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John Adams Moves into the Executive Mansion
John Adams became the first President to reside in the Executive Mansion, later known as the White House. He made the transition from Philadelphia, the temporary capital, to the newly constructed building in Washington, D.C. This move marked a significant moment in the establishment of the presidency and underscored the importance of the Executive Mansion as a symbol of the United States government. Adams and his wife, Abigail Adams, began to make the new residence a home, hosting events and engaging in government affairs from this iconic location.
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