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Amazing Photograph of the Smithsonian Castle

Tagged 1860s, Smithsonian Institution

Circa 1911, landmarks include, from left, Memorial Continental Hall (headquarters of the Daughters of the American Revolution); the Corcoran Gallery of Art; State, War and Navy Building; and White House West Wingtip. 8x10 inch glass negative, Detroit Publishing Company.

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Thank you Shorpy for an amazing photograph. This appears to be a photo we haven’t yet seen.

Smithsonian Castle between 1860 and 1865

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