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Evolution of Carlin Springs Subdivision in Alexandria (Now Arlington County)

Take a look at the evolution of Carlin Springs Subdivision in Alexandria, now Arlington County. See a map from 1890 and compare it to a map from today. Visit the Library of Congress to learn more.
Homestead Grays in 1944 (Smithsonian)
Political campaign button for 1864 presidential election showing bust portrait of Abraham Lincoln, facing right (possibly Wenderoth & Taylor photo); metal shield with oval window and with pin fastener attached.
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Here is a map of the Carlin Springs subdivision in Alexandria, now Arlington County.

Plat of Curtis & Burdett's subdivision of Carlin Springs, Alexandria County, Virginia : 260 ft. above sea level
Plat of Curtis & Burdett’s subdivision of Carlin Springs, Alexandria County, Virginia : 260 ft. above sea level

Source: Library of Congress

Here’s the same area as it looked in 1890.

The first addition to Carlin Springs, Alexandria Co., Va. (1890)
The first addition to Carlin Springs, Alexandria Co., Va. (1890)

Source: Library of Congress

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