Statue in front of the Capitol

There is a bronze statue of George Washington, the first president of the United States, in front of the Capitol. It is said that this life-size statue was the only one he posed for during his lifetime. Look closely and you will see what appears to be a cane in his right hand. On February 17, 1865 when Union troops burned the city, something hit and broke off the slender cane. Watch your step Mr. President! Not only is your walking stick defective but someone is around your feet. An interesting fact: the broken piece was found and is on display at a museum nearby.