Street scene in Washington, D.C., winter of 1941-42. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by Louise Rosskam, probably taken near the N and Union intersection of her other shots. Clues are the Chung Wah laundry at 1264, the J. Marucci barbershop and the A. Peterman clothing store.

1942 Washington, in Color

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We’re not quite sure where this is, but maybe some GoDCers recognize the buildings. If you do, please comment below.

Street scene in Washington, D.C., winter of 1941-42. 4x5 Kodachrome transparency by Louise Rosskam, probably taken near the N and Union intersection of her other shots. Clues are the Chung Wah laundry at 1264, the J. Marucci barbershop and the A. Peterman clothing store.
Street scene in Washington, D.C., winter of 1941-42. 4×5 Kodachrome transparency by Louise Rosskam, probably taken near the N and Union intersection of her other shots. Clues are the Chung Wah laundry at 1264, the J. Marucci barbershop and the A. Peterman clothing store.

What a stunning color image of Washington during the early days of World War II. You have to click the image for greater details. Then, don’t forget to check out our other posts from the 1940s.

8 thoughts on “1942 Washington, in Color”

  1. The 1939 DC city directory has Andrew Peterman’s home and dry goods store at 1268 Fourth St SW and the 1928 one shows Joseph Marucci’s barber shop at 1266 1/2 Fourth St SW

  4. That part of the city was truly wiped out of any historical significance….other than what a mistake redevelopment can be.

  8. Are there any more photos in that collection — it’s wonderful. Reminds me of an Edward Hopper painting.

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