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The first cornerstone is laid for Fort Hamilton in New York City.

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Cornerstone

First stone set in construction of a masonry foundation

A cornerstone is the first stone set in the construction of a masonry foundation. All other stones will be set in reference to this stone, thus determining the position of the entire structure.
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Fort Hamilton

U.S. Army installation in Brooklyn, New York

Fort Hamilton is a United States Army installation in the southwestern corner of the New York City borough of Brooklyn, surrounded by the communities of Bay Ridge and Dyker Heights. It is one of several posts that are part of the region which is headquartered by the Military…
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New York City

Most populous city in the United States

New York, often called New York City (NYC), is the most populous city in the United States, located at the southern tip of New York State on one of the world's largest natural harbors. The city comprises five boroughs, each coextensive with its respective county. The city is the…
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