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Is the Bunny Man Real? The True 1970 Story Behind Virginia's Most Famous Legend
Discover the true story of Virginia's Bunny Man legend. Two documented 1970 incidents on Guinea Road in Fairfax County created one of the most enduring urban legends. Learn what really happened.
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Air Florida Flight 90 Tragedy: Blizzard, Heroism, and the Potomac's Icy Waters
Explore the harrowing tale of Air Florida Flight 90's crash into the Potomac River during Washington D.C.'s 1982 blizzard. Uncover stories of tragedy, remarkable heroism, and the city's struggle amidst a day of unparalleled despair.
Scary photo of Maryland Goatman in the woods (Midjourney AI)
The Goatman of Maryland: Bowie’s Most Terrifying Urban Legend
Is the Goatman real? Dive into Maryland’s scariest legend—from Bowie’s backroads to Crybaby Bridge. Discover the truth behind the half-man, half-goat myth.
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First Japanese Embassy in America: Ending Centuries of Isolationism
Dive into the captivating tale of Japan's 1860 leap from centuries of isolation to forging ties with the U.S. Uncover their daring voyage, America's samurai intrigue, and the birth of a legendary alliance.
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Peoples Drug: DC's Beloved Pharmacy Chain We All Remember
Peoples Drug was DC's beloved pharmacy chain for over 80 years. From its first store at 824 7th St. NW in 1905 to CVS's acquisition in 1990, here's the full history.
Aerial view of the Willard Hotel during restoration, Washington, D.C.
Restoring Grandeur: The 1980s Renovation of the Willard Hotel
Take a look back at the Willard Hotel's major renovations in the 1980s with this aerial image of the iconic Washington, D.C. hotel. Learn more about the history of the Willard Hotel with this post!
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The Last NFL Team to Integrate Was the Washington Redskins
The Washington Redskins were the last NFL team to integrate. Owner George P. Marshall ran a southern-focused media empire.
1881 political cartoon showing Guiteau holding a gun and a note that says "An office or your life!" The caption for the cartoon reads "Model Office Seeker." (Wikipedia)
President Garfield's Assassin: Charles Guiteau's Time in Washington
Learn about Charles Guiteau's time in Washington before he assassinated President James Garfield. He believed he had played a major role in Garfield's election victory, for which he should have been rewarded with a consulship.
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1915 Map of Racially Segregated D.C. Schools
This 1915 map shows the segregated schools of Washington. Integration wouldn't begin until 1954.
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Exploring History Through a 1919 Newspaper: The Evening Star
Join us as we explore history through a 1919 newspaper - The Evening Star. We look at stories such as the origin of "Keeping Up With the Joneses" and Dry Detective Slain in Rosslyn. Plus, income exceptions for 1918 babies, driver right-of-way and McLean farm for sale.
View of Georgetown D.C. / lith. and printed in colors by E. Sachse & Co.
A Fascinating Bird's-Eye View of Georgetown, D.C. in 1855
Look back in time to 1855 and get a fascinating bird's-eye view of Georgetown, D.C. in this beautiful painting. Source: Library of Congress.
A menu for bottle liquors room service at the Willard Hotel.
Uncovering the Willard Hotel's Room Service Menu from the 1950s or 1960s
Uncovering a fascinating piece of DC history! Check out this old menu for the Willard Hotel's room service, dating back to the 1950s or 1960s. Learn more about this find at Discover DC History.
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Washington DC Street Names Unveiled: From States to Letters and Numbers
Wonder what Washington DC diagonal roads are named after? Here's the history of DC's street names including states, letters, and numbers.
Taken by Sidney Duff in Washington, DC. Union Station was completed in October 1908. Here, only one of the six statues have been installed over the entrance. Another photo from the set shows the Tidal Basin frozen over, causing me to guess that this is January 1908.
A Rare Look at DC's Union Station Under Construction in the Early 1900s
Take a rare look at Washington, DC's Union Station under construction in the early 1900s. This photo from Sidney Duff shows only one of the six statues installed over the entrance. Click to learn more!
Washington, D.C. Corner store which is patronized by Mrs. Ella Watson, a government charwoman
GoDCers, Check Out This Photo from 1942 Showing Two Buildings on 11th St.
GoDCers, check out this amazing photo taken in August of 1942 showing two buildings on 11th St. NW, DC. You can still visit the store on the right today and compare the photos to see how the city has changed over the years!

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