Who was president when Washington D. C. was captured and set on fire by British forces? A. Adams
B. Jefferson
C. Madison
D. Monroe
E. Washington

C. Madison

Explanation:

President James Madison was the president when Washington D.C. was captured and set on fire by British forces.

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