A Unique Look at the National Cathedral Under Construction in 1925

Published August 6, 2014

Take a look back in time with these two photos from April 2nd, 1925, showing the National Cathedral under construction. Unique views of the interior and exterior of the structure are included.

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This is an old photo from April 2nd, 1925, showing the National Cathedral under construction.

Source: Library of Congress

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And here’s one of the interior under construction.

Source: Library of Congress

Posted in Notable People & Places
and tagged 1920s, Washington National Cathedral

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