Secret Tunnel Revealed Under US Capitol Floorboards by Congressman

Hidden Passageway in the US Capitol

• 💡 Congressman Tim Moore (R-NC) reveals a hidden passageway located beneath the floorboards of the Lincoln Room in the US Capitol.
• 📌 The entrance, previously a set of old stairs, was closed off and is situated near Statuary Hall, which was once the House chamber.

Historical Significance and Legends

• 🏛️ Construction of the Capitol began in the 1700s, and the building contains numerous hidden passageways.
• ⚔️ According to legend, this particular staircase, which formerly opened to the outside, was used by British soldiers when they breached the Capitol during the War of 1814.

Tours and Visitor Experience

• 🚶‍♂️ Congressman Moore uses this secret passage as a unique feature to show small tour groups, noting that he has personally navigated it.
• 🧒 While children often find it exciting, older visitors may be less enthusiastic about descending into the passage.
• 📜 The discovery highlights the immense history contained within the US Capitol building, beyond the commonly seen features.