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The White House during the Civil War
Absolute Shock: A Photo of the South Lawn of the White House During the Civil War
Take a look at this unbelievable photo of the South Lawn of the White House during the Civil War. Unbelievably, there are people sitting on what appears to be a low stone wall on the south side of the White House. Take a look at this incredible photo from the National Archives.
Negro laborers at Alexandria, near coal wharf
Uncovering the Faces of Regular African-Americans in the 1860s with a Photo from the National Archives
Uncovering the faces of regular African-Americans in the 1860s, this beautiful old photo from the National Archives captures the lives and work of those living around Alexandria. Learn more about these individuals and check out photos of young boys working in the area.
11th and L St. NW in the 1920s
A Tale of Two Cities: Comparing a 1920s Photo of Washington D.C. to Today's Google Street View
Take a look at this side-by-side comparison of a 1920s photo of Washington D.C. from L St. NW and what the same area looks like today on Google Street View. See how the city has changed!
Griffith Stadium from the air in 1925
We Finally Found a High-Res Image of Griffith Stadium
Searching for a high-res image of Griffith Stadium? We found one at the National Archives. Check it out and learn more about the history of Griffith Stadium with GhostsofDC.
Washington, D.C. Sunday along the Tidal Basin
Relaxing on the Tidal Basin: A Look Back at Washington, D.C. in 1942
Take a look back at Washington, D.C. in 1942 during the dark early days of World War II. This photo, taken on a Sunday in July, shows people relaxing along the Tidal Basin near the Jefferson Memorial. See what else is in the background!
Machine gun sets up outside the Lincoln Memorial on December 8th, 1941
The Day After Pearl Harbor: A Look at the Lincoln Memorial
Take a look at what the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. looked like the day after Pearl Harbor was attacked. Reminiscent of the day after 9/11, this historic moment in history is remembered and honored here.
Washington, D.C. Automobile store on 14th Street which has stock of frozen cars
The Mysterious Old Building on 14th St. in Logan Circle: A 1942 Photo and Today
Take a look at an old building on 14th St. in Logan Circle, DC in 1942 and today. The US government froze sales of all new automobiles in January 1942, and this building was an automobile dealership at the time. See the photos and find out what's happening on the block today.
Nourse House in 1947
The Charles Joseph Nourse House: An 1827 Farm House in Tennallytown
A look at the Charles Joseph Nourse House, an 1827 farm house located in Tennallytown. Learn about the history of the house and view photos of the beautiful old home.
Wright Brothers plane over Ft. Myer in Arlington - 1909
Witnessing History: Orville Wright's Flight Record at Fort Myer in 1909
Relive the momentous event of Orville Wright's flight record at Fort Myer in 1909 with this high-resolution image from the Library of Congress. Witness history!
Lord Fairfax House
Exploring the Lord Fairfax House in Alexandria, Virginia
Take a virtual tour of the Lord Fairfax House in Alexandria, VA. Learn about the Baron of Cameron and see the Google Street View today.

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