Posted In July 3, 2013

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Detailed 1861 Map of Prince George's County
Detailed 1861 map of Prince George's County, Maryland.
Photograph shows cargo ships at the wharf in Alexandria, Virginia from Pioneer Mill, which was six stories high.
Incredible View of Alexandria Wharf in 1865
What did Alexandria, Virginia look like in 1865? This photo shows the Alexandria wharf in May, 1865.
Photograph shows the president's rail car at the Alexandria station. Photograph probably taken in Jan. The car was later used as Lincoln's funeral car.
The President's Official Railroad Car in 1865: Four Months Later, It Was Used as Lincoln's Funeral Car
Discover the story behind the President's official railroad car in 1865 and why it was used four months later as Abraham Lincoln's funeral car.

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