What were the defenses of Washington DC like during the Gettysburg Campaign?

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During a discussion of the Battle of Gettysburg, I came to wonder what Lee would have faced if he had defeated Meade and marched on DC. I know that the city was essentially impregnable by the end of the war, but how thick were the defenses on the north side of the city in July 1863? I tried browsing the internet for an answer, but haven't had any luck. Any sources on this topic would be most appreciated!
 
DC was designed from day one to be a defensible capital.
And it was surrounded by forts that were within gunshot of each other
so that if one fell to the enemy it could be shelled by the adjoining two.
 
Look up "Fort Stevens." My 2nd great grandfather helped built it, as a member of the 11th Vermont Heavy Artillery. It was later attacked (1864) in "Jubal Early's Raid." Lincoln walked out on a parapet with a doctor by his side- the doctor was shot dead. Someone yelled at Lincoln to "Get down, you damned fool!"
 
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