It’s been 210 years since the White House burned. Let’s talk about it.
August 24, 2024 at 13:33 PM EDT
More than two centuries ago, the White House began its rise from literal ashes to become a center of global leadership. The American-British friendship has been close and special for generations. But 210 years ago this month, British troops set fire to the White House, gutting it from the inside − … Source