Philippine Ambassador’s Residence in the United States historical marker (Q107350336)
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NHCP historical marker for the Emma S. Fitzhugh House
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Philippine Ambassador’s Residence in the United States historical marker |
NHCP historical marker for the Emma S. Fitzhugh House |
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21 June 2021
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Philippine Ambassador’s Residence in the United States (English)
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38°54'45.86"N, 77°3'2.59"W
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2253 R Street Northwest (English)
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The historical marker is located on the building facade to the right of the main entrance. (English)
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Built by William P. Lipscomb as residence of General Charles and Emma Fitzhugh following the design of Wood, Donn & Dunning Firm, 1904. Served as temporary residence of Czechoslovakian Legation, 1928–1929. Purchased by Representative Frederick and Alma Britten, 1941; became a property of the Republic of the Philippines during the time of Ambassador Joaquin M. Elizalde and designated as the official Ambassador’s Residence, 1949. Renovated by Ambassador Carlos P. Romulo following the design of Architect Victor Teotico and added a Filipiniana room, 1953. In this room, President Carlos P. Garcia of the Philippines and President Dwight D. Eisenhower of the United States signed a communiqué affirming the two countries’ bilateral relations, June 1958. (English)
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