Exploring Washington DC History Through Old Photos: Streetcars at 15th and New York Ave. NW

Published April 1, 2013

Take a look back in time with us as we explore Washington DC's history through old photos. This one shows streetcars waiting at 15th and New York Ave. NW, near the White House and Department of Treasury.

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We love these old photos. This one shows streetcars waiting at 15th and New York Ave. NW, near the White House and Department of Treasury.

streetcars on New York Ave. (Library of Congress)

Posted in Faces & Places of Yesterday
and tagged streetcars

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