High-Resolution View of Washington, D.C. in 1865, Taken from 14th and B Street NW

This is an excellent high resolution photograph of Washington from the Civil War. It’s a view of the city as seen from 14th an B St. NW (i.e., Constitution Ave.) in 1865. Thanks again to the Library of Congress for their amazing archive.

panoramic view of Washington, D.C. in 1865
panoramic view of Washington, D.C. in 1865

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