The Birth of Democracy

On October 13th, 1972 the corner stone of the White House was laid. The immediate influence was simply a step forward in the construction process, but in the grand scheme of the modern world this event has huge influence. The modern White House while not being the same building as the one predating the War of 1812 began on that day. This event in history established the building where the United States would later declare wars and create nation and world altering policy. The precedent of the laying of the cornerstone cannot be overlooked. The construction of the White House didn't establish the presidency or create the United States, but the White House is arguably the most important building on the planet. The decisions made in the White House affect the entire globe. The laying of the stone changed created the building that would time and time again change lives, the nation, the world and even history itself. Indirectly the laying of the corner stone changed the world and built the foundation of nation's driver's seat.