The Washington Redskins were founded in 1932 as the Boston Braves, formed from the dissolved Newark Tornadoes. They took on the name of the city's baseball teams. After acquiring the franchise, owner George Preston Marshall decided to change the nickname to Redskins, which is rumored to have been done in honor of then head coach William Henry 'Lone Star' Dietz, who was supposedly Native American. Even after relocating in 1937 to Washington, DC, the Skins kept their name. They have since won 2 NFL championships, 3 Super Bowl Championships, 5 Conference championships and 12 Division championships. They have also appeared at the playoffs 22 times. They are considered by Forbes Magazine as one of the most valuable franchises in the National Football League.
The Redskins represent the capital, Washington D.C. Other than being the center of the U.S. federal government branches, Washington is also known for its architecture, many of which are considered the most recognizable not just in the U.S. but also in the world. It is home to the White House, United States Capitol, the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, the Washington National Cathedral and the Lincoln Memorial. It is also home to the National Mall, the National World War II Memorial, the National Archives and the Reflecting Pool. The Smithsonian Institution is also a famous landmark, housing many of the nation's most important museums. The cherry blossom trees, a gift from Japan, are also a favorite sight for locals and tourists alike in the capital.
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