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The 17 pages that link to United States Capitol, each with the reason it gives.

• NeoclassicismBroader topic: Its classical vocabulary made the movement a durable language for American government.

• Neoclassical architectureBroader topic: Its classical forms frame the new republic as an heir to ancient civic traditions.

• Library of CongressRelated: The Library began in the Capitol to support congressional work.

• Classical architectureBroader topic: Its classical forms connect republican government with ancient civic traditions.

• Washington, D.C.Broader topic: Its position and symbolic prominence make it a focal point of legislation, protest, and national ceremony.

• Rosa ParksRelated: Parks became the first woman to lie in honor in the Capitol Rotunda after her death.

• Greek Revival architectureRelated: Its classical imagery helped establish Greek-derived forms as symbols of republican government.

• National MallRelated: The Capitol anchors the Mall’s eastern end and its view westward.

• Ionic orderBroader topic: Its interiors and porticoes include Ionic columns in a neoclassical setting.

• The White HouseCompared with: It houses the legislative branch, unlike the White House’s executive offices.

• Burning of WashingtonBroader topic: British forces set fire to the Capitol during the occupation.

• William ThorntonBroader topic: Thornton won the 1793 design competition for this building.

• Nancy PelosiRelated: Pelosi’s leadership became closely associated with the institution’s public image and security.

• Benjamin Henry LatrobeBroader topic: Latrobe redesigned the Capitol after its destruction in the War of 1812.

• Pierre Charles L'EnfantRelated: L'Enfant placed the national legislature on a prominent elevation in his plan.

• Statue of FreedomNarrower topic: The statue’s position makes it a visible symbol of the federal government.

• Villa La RotondaRelated: Its classical design belongs to a tradition influenced by Palladian architecture.