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Exploring Canada's Diplomatic History in Washington, DC: Vincent Massey and the 1927 "New Kids in Class
Explore the diplomatic history between Canada and the US through the 1927 arrival of Vincent Massey, the first Canadian diplomat posted to Washington, DC. Learn more about the "new kids in class" phenomenon and how embassies are accepted into their new community.
Sidney Lust's Leader Theater Girls in 1919
Sidney Lust and His Leader Theater: Where the Girls Were (NSFW)
Get the story behind Sidney Lust's Leader Theater of the early 20th century. Though highly inappropriate for puritanical Americans, this odd moment in time can't be missed. Enjoy this NSFW glimpse into the past!
Thomas Circle in 1921 (Shorpy)
Take a Look at Thomas Circle Around 1921
Take a look at this amazing photo of Thomas Circle around 1921. Click on the image for a larger version, so you can marvel at it for a while. These images were dug up on Shorpy!
women dancing on the field at Nationals game - 1924 (vanishedamerica.com)
Women Dancing on the Field at a 1924 Washington Nationals Game
Step back in time to 1924 and witness a bizarre sight - women dancing on the field at a Washington Nationals game. Thanks to Vanished Americana for this gem.
Countess de la Rocca in 1914
Uncovering Stories: Countess de la Rocca – A Doyen of the Diplomatic Social Circle
Uncovering Stories: Countess de la Rocca was one of the most popular hostesses of the diplomatic circle in the early 1900s. Learn more about her role in the diplomatic social circle and what this tells us about our society today.
February 7, 1925. Washington, D.C. "Mildred Billert and Hazel Bowman of Ned Wayburn's Revue." National Photo Company glass negative. (Shorpy)
A Curious Old Photograph from 1925: Mildred Billert and Hazel Bowman of Ned Wayburn's Revue
Explore a curious old photograph from 1925 featuring Mildred Billert and Hazel Bowman, both of Ned Wayburn's Revue, a vaudeville show. Learn about the unique features of the bikes the women are riding and the swastika tread on the bike on the left.
Washington, D.C., circa 1919. "Street scene, Pennsylvania Avenue." Here we see the tower of the Old Post Office as well as a number of vanished Washington landmarks including the Parker Bridget department store.
A Rare Glimpse Back in Time: Revisiting the Pennsylvania Avenue of 1909 and 1919
Take a rare glimpse back in time and explore Pennsylvania Avenue as it was in 1909 and 1919. See the differences and similarity and explore this amazing part of history!
June 29, 1922. Little Miss Tarkington waits on the White House steps to snap a picture of President Warren G. Harding
A Little Girl Waiting for a Photo with President Warren G. Harding on the White House Steps
This picture speaks for itself. On June 29, 1922, this little girl waited on the White House steps to take a photo with President Warren G. Harding, who was in office at the time. It was a dream come true for her!
Seneca Schoolhouse Museum
Exploring the 19th Century Seneca Schoolhouse Museum in Montgomery County, Maryland
Take a step back in time and explore the 19th century Seneca Schoolhouse Museum in Montgomery County, Maryland. Built in 1866, the museum offers a glimpse into education of the time and the history of the local area.
Griffith Rooftop boxes (griffithstadium.com)
Griffith Stadium: From Prohibition to Beer Gardens in 1956
Learn the history of Griffith Stadium, where owner Clark Griffith was an adamant prohibitionist before finally allowing the sale of beer in 1956. Read all about it here!

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