view from the rampart of fort washington, virginia, with ruins, the potomac river and washington d.c. in the far distance

america capitalscape dc distant district columbia echoes entrance historic history landscape majestic museum national park service north observation overlook overlooking overseeing panorama point protection rampart ramparts relics remnants river scenic silhouette structures usa united states va vantage view virginia vistas washington capital decayed defence distance elevated fort gaze historical iconic landmark military potomac relic riverfront ruins scene sentry vista