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A Sad Day for D.C.: Remembering the 1968 Riots

This week, we remember the 1968 riots in Washington, D.C. that left the city in ruins and resulted in the deaths of several people. No commentary needed on this one. It's a sad day for D.C.
Washington, D.C., circa 1925. "Panama Legation, New Hampshire Avenue and Q Street N.W." 18th Street is on the left and New Hampshire Avenue on the right. This is one of the earliest examples of a stop sign ("Boulevard Stop") in the archive. National Photo Company Collection glass negative.
Walter Johnson and his son Eddie in 1938
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soldiers amid 1968 riot ruins
soldiers amid 1968 riot ruins
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