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LandSat Picture of Washington, DC

by Geological Survey (U.S.), United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration

EN·~22 minutes

Chapters

Description

Step onto a virtual sky‑deck and let a clear, friendly voice guide you over the heart of America’s capital. From the soaring view of a Landsat satellite, you’ll glide above the National Mall, spotting the Capitol’s dome to the east and the Lincoln Memorial’s reflecting pool to the west. The narration paints each landmark with vivid detail, turning a static image into a living aerial tour.

The guide’s notes add personality, pointing out familiar streets, bridges, and even the former home of the city’s football team. You’ll learn how the Anacostia meets the Potomac, see the outlines of Arlington, Alexandria, and Bethesda, and catch glimpses of runway lights at the national airport. With an informal, conversational tone, the description invites listeners to explore Washington’s geography and history from a perspective few ever experience.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~22 minutes (22K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

1996-12-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

GS

Geological Survey (U.S.)

Created by Congress in 1879, this U.S. scientific agency has spent generations studying the land, water, maps, minerals, and hazards that shape everyday life. Its publications often bring together careful research and public service, turning complex Earth science into practical knowledge.

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United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration

United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration

A civil agency with a huge public imagination, this U.S. organization has shaped the story of spaceflight through moon landings, robotic explorers, Earth science, and new missions pushing farther into the solar system. Its work blends science, engineering, and big national goals in a way that has influenced generations of readers, students, and dreamers.

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