![Washington D.C. Architect Pierre Charles L'Enfant](https://www.onthisday.com/images/people/pierre-charles-l-enfant.jpg?w=360)
Profession: Washington D.C. Architect
Nationality: ![France](https://www.onthisday.com/images/flags/france.svg)
French
Biography: Architect and civil engineer, best known for designing the layout of the streets of Washington, D.C., the L'Enfant Plan.
Born: August 2, 1754
Birthplace: Anet, France
Star Sign: Leo
Historical Events
- 1783-05-02 Architect Pierre Charles L'Enfant is promoted by brevet to Major of Engineers in recognition of his service to American liberty
- 1789-03-11 Benjamin Banneker and Pierre Charles L'Enfant begin to lay out Washington, D.C.