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Potomac Boat Club in 1921
The Potomac Boat Club in 1921: A Fascinating Look at the Past
Take a step back in time and explore the past with this fascinating photo of the Potomac Boat Club in 1921, standing in front of, what will soon become, the Key Bridge. See why this old photo is worth looking at!
Photo shows Sewall-Belmont House, 144 Constitution Avenue, N.E., Washington, D.C.
A Look at the Historic Sewall-Belmont House in Washington, D.C.
Take a step back in time and visit the historic Sewall-Belmont House in Washington, D.C. Learn more about its rich history and how it's still standing today. Come explore the grounds and make sure to take a look at the late 1920s photo of the House.
milking a cow on the Capitol grounds
Milking a Cow on the Capitol Grounds: An Odd Story from the Early 20th Century
This is an odd story from the early 20th century. Learn about the curious incident of milking a cow on the Capitol grounds and find out why it happened in this blog post!
Old Ebbitt House c. 1880
The Old Ebbitt House in 1880: When the District Had 178 Phone Lines
Take a look back in time to 1880 and the Old Ebbitt House in D.C.! Back then, the District had 178 phone lines. See the photograph from the Library of Congress.
haymarket in Washington, DC
An Awesome Photograph from the Civil War: A Haymarket in Washington, DC
Take a look at this awesome Civil War photograph of a haymarket in Washington, DC. See the Smithsonian in the background? If not, let us know what those buildings are! Source: Library of Congress.
Washington, D.C. Park of Wiard guns at the Arsenal; H.L. Stuart, Nathaniel P. Willis, and Gen. Daniel E. Sickles at right
Incredible Photograph from the Civil War: Three Men at the Washington Arsenal
An incredible photograph from the Civil War shows three men at the Washington Arsenal. Don't forget to read our guest post by GoDCer Andrew on the explosion that killed 21 at the Arsenal.
Aerial view of Washington, D.C., looking south, southwest, from old Providence Hospital, showing E Street, Duddington Place, F Street, S.E., between 1st and 2nd Streets
Uncovering the Past: Identifying Old Buildings in an Aerial View of E Street in Washington, D.C. Around 1900
What does Washington D.C. used to look like? Take a look at this aerial view of E Street around 1900 and try to identify some of the old buildings. Come uncover the past with us!
Capt. B.S. Brown (left); Lt. John P. Shaw, Co. F 2nd Regt. Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry (center); and Lt. Fry (right) with African American men and boy.
Exploring Camp Brightwood on the Cultural Tourism D.C. Heritage Trail
Take an historic journey to Camp Brightwood on the Cultural Tourism D.C. Heritage Trail. Learn more about this Civil War landmark at 5704 Georgia Ave. NW.
Buffalo Paints - Washington Herald (February 5th, 1922)
The D.C. Hardware Stores Selling Buffalo Paints in 1922
This page from the Washington Herald, published on February 5th, 1922, shows a number of hardware stores selling Buffalo Paints in the D.C. area. Learn more about this historic advertisement and its significance today.
Photograph shows cargo ships at the wharf in Alexandria, Virginia from Pioneer Mill, which was six stories high.
Incredible View of Alexandria Wharf in 1865
What did Alexandria, Virginia look like in 1865? This photo shows the Alexandria wharf in May, 1865.

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