Secret Staircase Unearthed in US Capitol: A Hidden Relic of the War of 1812

Secret Passageway Found in US Capitol: A Hidden Link to the War of 1812 Washington, D.C. - A surprising discovery has been made within the hallowed halls of the US Capitol. Congressman Tim Moore (R-NC) recently shared a video on social media revealing a hidden staircase concealed beneath the floorboards of a Capitol office. This previously unknown passageway, according to Congressman Moore, played a significant role in the War of 1812. "I'm told that this staircase, which opens to the outside, was one of the staircases that British soldiers used when they breached the Capitol during the War of 1812," said Congressman Moore in the video. The video shows the Congressman lifting a section of carpet to reveal the entrance to a dark, seemingly ancient staircase. The walls are covered in what appear to be decades of graffiti and markings. This discovery offers a tangible connection to a pivotal moment in American history. The War of 1812 saw British forces invade Washington, D.C., burning the White House and other government buildings. The existence of this secret passageway adds a new layer to the understanding of the events of that time. While the full extent of the passageway's history remains to be explored, its discovery serves as a compelling reminder of the rich and often hidden history embedded within the very structures of American government.