Question

6. What American landmark did the British burn down in 1814? Explain

why the British burned it down and explain the outcome of this action
and its importance.

Answer 1

U.S. Capitol

Step-by-step explanation:

On August 24, 1814, as the War of 1812 raged on, invading British troops marched into Washington and set fire to the U.S. Capitol, the President's Mansion, and other local landmarks.