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The Lost Golden Mansions of Washington, D.C.: A Glimpse into America’s Gilded Age
Washington, D.C., once boasted a magnificent array of opulent mansions that embodied the wealth and ambition of America's elite during the late 19th century. Today, most of these grand structures have vanished, leaving behind tantalizing memories and stories of a bygone era when the nation's capital was a playground for titans of industry, politics, and society seeking to showcase their magnates.