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November 14th, 1888: A Photo of Riggs Bank – the Dept. of Justice for A.P.A. by Frances Benjamin Johnston

  • Published April 24, 2013
Riggs Bank - the Dept. of Justice for A.P.A.
Take a step back in time to November 14th, 1888 with this photo of Riggs Bank - the Dept. of Justice for A.P.A. taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston. Explore the history behind this incredible image!
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This is an awesome photo dated November 14th, 1888. The photo is labeled “Riggs Bank – the Dept. of Justice for A.P.A.” and was taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston.

Riggs Bank - the Dept. of Justice for A.P.A.
Riggs Bank – the Dept. of Justice for A.P.A.

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