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Published
November 20, 2014
Great Original Video Footage of 1949 Washington DC
Check out this rare footage from GoDCer Eric, sent in from 1949. Enjoy this amazing historical moment and share it with your friends!
A Look at the Historic Hotel Washington (Now W Washington, DC)
Remembering the Classic 'So Awesome' Jingle from D.C. - Written by a Member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band
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Check out this great footage out. This is from 1949, sent in by GoDCer Eric.
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