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A Rare Photo of the Pentagon From Above

  • Published September 29, 2015
Get a birds-eye view of the Pentagon from the 1940s with this rare photo. Enjoy a glimpse of a bit of history and the War Department with this aerial shot captured by Theodor Horydczak.
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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

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