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3926-3928 Morrison St. NW
Comparing Morrison Street Then and Now: An Old Photo of 3926-3928 Morrison St. NW and a Look at What It Looks Like Today
Take a look back at Morrison Street in DC with this old photo of 3926-3928 Morrison St. NW and compare it to what it looks like today with Google Street View. See how the streets used to be dirt roads!
Cuban embassy
A Glimpse Into History: An Old Photograph of the Cuban Embassy on 16th Street
Get a glimpse into history with this amazing old photograph of the Cuban Embassy on 16th Street. See the image and read more about it from the Library of Congress!
Southwest Washington, D.C. With South End Of L'Enfant Plaza In Foreground, April 1973
The Sad History of L'Enfant Plaza in D.C.
L'Enfant Plaza in Washington D.C. has a sad history. It was once a vibrant part of the city, but it was bulldozed in the 1960s as part of an urban renewal program. Learn more about this unfortunate chapter of D.C. history.
Harpers Ferry in July 1865
Taking a Glimpse at Harpers Ferry in July 1865
Take a step back in time and explore the picturesque town of Harpers Ferry in July of 1865. Get a glimpse of the town with this breathtaking photo taken during the Civil War. Visit Ghosts of DC to learn more!
Frances Benjamin Johnston seated with three other people in automobile
A Glimpse into the Past: Frances Benjamin Johnston in an Automobile
A glimpse into the past! See a rare photo of Frances Benjamin Johnston and three others in an automobile from the early 20th century. An incredible image from the Library of Congress.
old Italian embassy at 16th and Fuller
The Italian Embassy at 16th and Fuller: A Sad Reminder of What It Once Was
The Italian embassy at 16th & Fuller is a tragic reminder of its former glory. Learn the history of this sad building and what it used to be in its heyday.
Entrance to Washington Water Works, Great Falls, Potomac River - Photograph shows two men standing in a small flat boat near the spillway.
Exploring History Through Photographs: Entrance to Washington Water Works at Great Falls, 1860s
Explore history through this amazing photograph from the 1860s. See the entrance to the Washington Water Works near Great Falls and discover more about this incredible image.
custom house in Alexandria
Uncovering a Piece of History: The Alexandria Custom House in 1918
Explore a piece of history with this old photo of the Alexandria Custom House in 1918. Discover the past with Ghosts of DC.
Washington Monument Fourth of July celebrations 1919
Celebrating the Fourth of July at the Foot of the Washington Monument in 1919
Celebrate the 4th of July with us by taking a look at this amazing old photograph of the crowd gathered at the foot of the Washington Monument in 1919! See the photo here.
Great Falls in 1864
A Glimpse into History: An Incredible Old Photograph of Great Falls from 1864
See a glimpse into the past with this incredible old photograph of Great Falls from 1864. Relive history and marvel at this timeless piece of art.

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