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panorama of Walter Reed Hospital in 1919
Take a Look Back in Time: A Panoramic Photo of Walter Reed Hospital from 1919
Take a look back in time with this panoramic photo of Walter Reed Hospital from 1919. Click on it for a larger version. Source: Library of Congress.
Giant Food on Wisconsin Avenue
Remember This Super Ugly Giant on Wisconsin Ave.? It's Soon to be the New Cathedral Commons!
Remember this super ugly Giant on Wisconsin Ave. near the Cathedral? It's soon going to be the new Cathedral Commons! This old photo was taken in the summer of 1942.
The York Theatre in the 1920s
Exploring the York Theatre's History in Petworth, Washington DC
Discover the history of the York Theatre, located in Petworth, Washington DC. Opened in 1919, explore photos from the theater, including an awesome old photo from Flickr. Learn more!
U.S. Sanitary Commission 1863
Exploring the 1863 Convalescent Camp Four Miles Outside of Washington
Explore the 1863 convalescent camp four miles outside of Washington, run by the U.S. Christian Commission. See photos of the camp and the Commission's 1865 D.C. headquarters.
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A Look Back at Directions to Harpers Ferry in 1914
A fun article from the Washington Post in 1914 offers directions to Harpers Ferry. Read the article to learn more about the town and its unrivaled scenic beauty. Plus, don't miss our awesome 1865 photo of the town!
13th St. NW
A Fascinating Photo of 13th St. NW Found at the Library of Congress
Take a look at this incredible photo from the Library of Congress, showing a large group of people on 13th St. NW. This is a fascinating glimpse into the past!
Pearl Ginsburg refused to have her boardinghouse rent raised
Photos of 1940s Boarding House Living in DC
What was life like living in a Washington boarding house during World War II? Here is a series of photos showing the life of young men and women in their communal living arrangements.
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Exploring Washington, D.C. Through Photos From 1879
Take a journey through Washington, D.C. in 1879 with these stunning photos from the Library of Congress. Get a full panoramic view of the nation's capital over a century ago.
Quarters of General Alfred Pleasonton, and "Government Horse Shoeing Shop" at Left, 21st St. near F NW - Washington, D.C., April 1865
A Look Back in Time: How 21st and F St. NW Appeared at the End of the Civil War
Take a look back in time to April 1865 and see a photograph of 21st and F St. NW at the conclusion of the Civil War. Does it look a little different to you? Source: civilwarphotos.net
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A Rare View of the National Mall from Space: Captured by the IKONOS Satellite in 2001
Take a look at this rare view of the National Mall from space, captured by the IKONOS satellite on March 30th, 2001. See the amazing image here!

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