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Posted In October 2, 2018
The Fascinating History of Selling Balloons on the Streets of D.C.
Discover the fascinating history of balloon selling on the streets of Washington D.C. in the 1930s, including how much money vendors like Joe the Greek could make in an afternoon.
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Dulles Airport Opening Dedication Footage From 1962
Three Sisters Island Legend in the Potomac
A Bird's Eye View of Washington, Looking Toward the Northeast
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Where Was Griffith Stadium in Washington?
Washington Was Originally Named Rome, Maryland
A Look Back at the Construction of the Memorial Bridge in the 1930s
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Exploring Prince George's Plaza in the "Wonder Years" Era
This Retro Metro Infomercial from the 1970s Is Amazing!
What D.C. Looked Like in 1970: Check Out This Amazing Photo from DDOT
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