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Posted In April 19, 2012

D.C. Commissioner, Melvin Hazen, who chose the design, is pictured with the new flag October 17th, 1938 (Library of Congress)
What Is The Flag of Washington, D.C.?
Washington, DC didn't have an official flag until the middle of the 20th century. The white background with two red stripes and three red stars was based on George Washington's family crest.
1880s pen knife
The Crazy Night of a Pen Knife, a Pitcher and a Printer on Pennsylvania Avenue, 1884
A wild night on Pennsylvania Avenue in 1884: a printer, his wife and a penknife. Read the full story of the fight, the loving kiss, and the pitcher and penknife that followed, on GhostsofDC.org.
Teddy Roosevelt on horseback (History.com)
Unconfirmed Story of Teddy Roosevelt Striking a Girl with His Riding Whip
140 characters: Unconfirmed reports from the Baltimore Sun stated that Teddy Roosevelt struck a young woman with his riding whip during a ride in Rock Creek Park. Read on to learn the full story.

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