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B. Henry Latrobe (1764-1820), c. 1815, by Rembrandt Peale (1778-1860).
Latrobe's uncompromising passion as a talented and professional engineer and architect often put him at odds with those he sought to assist in building the new republic. Latrobe's vision of an America with well-designed public structures and well-built bridges and infrastructure persisted against great odds. His determination resulted in designed for some of America's most acclaimed buildings; the Baltimore Basilica (Roman Catholic Cathedral), the Baltimore Exchange, the United States Capitol, and the National Bank, Philadelphia. |