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Published
August 12, 2013
Exploring the Beauty of Old Baist Maps
Discover the beautiful old Baist maps of Capitol Hill. Learn more about the history of the region and take a look at the 1909 Baist map of Capitol Hill, sourced from the Library of Congress.
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Exploring Lincoln Park with an Amazing 1903 Map
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We love these old
Baist maps
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1909 Baist map of Capitol Hill
Source:
Library of Congress
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