Published January 22, 2012

A Streetcar Passing the Washington Monument in 1938

Take a look back in time to 1938 when a streetcar passed the Washington Monument in this vintage photo from Shorpy. Enjoy this unique glimpse into the past.

Here’s a cool one I wanted to share from Shorpy. It’s a streetcar passing the Washington Monument in 1938. What a great shot.

Streamlined street car passing Washington Monument (1938)

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