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November 27, 2013
Exploring the History of Chevy Chase Gardens with an Old Advertisement
Explore the history of Chevy Chase Gardens in Washington, DC with this vintage advertisement from 1929. Learn more about the gardens and their impact on the city's history.
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Here’s an old advertisement for Chevy Chase Gardens.
Washington Post – August 25th,
1929
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