A Rare Photo of the Pentagon From Above

Published September 29, 2015Updated November 9, 20221 min readby ghostsofdc

This photo is something that probably wouldn’t be shot today. At least, not easily, without military notification and support. So, enjoy this rare photo of the Pentagon as seen from above.

1940s. "Arlington County, Virginia. War Department. Pentagon, aerial view." Safety negative by Theodor Horydczak. — 1940s. “Arlington County, Virginia. War Department. Pentagon, aerial view.” Safety negative by Theodor Horydczak.

Source: Shorpy

And if you have ever wondered why the building has five sides in the first place, the answer is stranger than the shape.

1 thought on “A Rare Photo of the Pentagon From Above”

Paul Wahler

September 30, 2015 at 5:20 pm

Actually, you can see the same view taken last April on Google Earth.

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