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Identifying an Old Car from an Accident in DC - Can You Help?

We came across these beautiful photographs on Flickr of an old car that appears to be in need of repairs after an accident. Can you help us identify the model of this car? If you think you know, please post in the comments below!

Washington, D.C., 1916. "Post Office Department mail wagon." With a slogan we can all get behind. Harris & Ewing Collection glass negative.

Can You Identify This Spot from This 1916 Washington, DC Photo?

Take a guess at where this spot is in Washington, DC from this 1916 photo! See if you can identify it this weekend and get a glimpse into the past.

Washington, D.C, 1921. "Scripps-Booth Sales Co., 14th Street N.W." And one very shiny sedan. National Photo Company Collection glass negative.

Examining a Scripps-Booth from 1921 at Washington D.C.'s 14th Street NW - A Photo

Take a look at this historic photo of a Scripps-Booth that was sitting in front of the dealer at 1012 14th St. NW in Washington D.C. in 1921. The building is no longer there, but the photo remains!

A Sad Day for D.C.: Remembering the 1968 Riots

This week, we remember the 1968 riots in Washington, D.C. that left the city in ruins and resulted in the deaths of several people. No commentary needed on this one. It's a sad day for D.C.

Children playing in the Defrees Alley, NE Washington, D.C.; Near Capitol Building; One basement room rents for $9.00 a month, two rooms upstairs for $ 16.00, one bath and cold water in the hall for entire building.. Wolcott, Marion Post -- Photographer

A Look Back at Defrees Alley in Washington D.C.

Take a step back in time and explore Defrees Alley in Washington D.C. through this fascinating photograph. See what living conditions once looked like in this part of Northeast D.C.

January 1918. Washington, D.C. "Billy Sunday tabernacle." A temporary meeting hall built near Union Station for a three-month series of revival meetings held by the famous evangelist. Harris & Ewing Collection glass negative.

Exploring Washington D.C.'s Landmarks in a 1918 Photograph of the "Billy Sunday Tabernacle

Take a journey back in time and explore Washington D.C.'s iconic landmarks in this 1918 photograph of the "Billy Sunday tabernacle" near Union Station. Can you recognize any of the other landmarks besides the Capitol and Library of Congress?

Washington, D.C. "At 7 a.m. on June 21, 1942, the day before stricter gas rationing was enforced, cars were pouring into this gas station on upper Wisconsin Avenue." If they still made cars that looked like this Packard, we'd run right out and buy one. Photo by Marjory Collins for the Office of War Information.

Exploring the Past: A Look at the McDowell Gas Station at 5252 Wisconsin Ave. NW in Friendship Heights

Take a look into the past and explore the McDowell gas station at 5252 Wisconsin Ave. NW in Friendship Heights, DC. It held a prominent place in the Washington, DC landscape during World War II, and today, the spot is occupied by a parking garage near Mazza Gallerie.

Washington, D.C., circa 1922. "Star Building from air." The Washington Star newspaper building at the center is at the intersection of 11th Street N.W. and Pennsylvania Avenue, which runs diagonally across the photo. The big building with the tower us the Old Post Office. There's a lot to see here, including laundry hung out to dry. National Photo Company glass negative.

Incredible View of Washington, D.C. in 1922

Get an incredible bird's-eye view of Washington, D.C. in 1922! See the Washington Star newspaper building, the Old Post Office, and more. Click now for the full view!

1939 photograph next to the railroad tracks

A Look Back: A 1939 Photograph of Virginia Ave. SW

Take a look back in time with this 1939 photograph of Virginia Ave. SW. See the Google Street View below to compare the past and present.

Exploring Howard University's Old Main Building: Two Great Photos

Take a look into the past with two photos of Howard University's Old Main Building. Explore the history of the building and its importance to the university.

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