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Wisconsin Avenue, NW, south of O Street at "rush hour" (June 30, 1960).
A Look Back at "Rush Hour" in 1960s DC
Take a look back in time to 1960s Washington, DC, when the streets were filled with cars and buses during what looked like "rush hour." See the photo and read the story of the days before streetcar tracks were taken out.
Scott Circle, NW, looking northeast from Rhode Island Avenue with statue of Gen. Winfield Scott; note glass street sign under globe. (July 8, 1950
A Blast from the Past: A Look at Scott Circle in 1950
Take a trip back in time with this amazing photo of Scott Circle in 1950, courtesy of DDOTDC Flickr. Visit Ghosts of DC to learn more!
March on Washington against the war in Vietnam (21-22 October, 1967)
Incredible Photos of 1967 March on Pentagon Against the Vietnam War
Check out these incredible photos from the 1967 March on the Pentagon to protest the Vietnam War organized by the National Mobilization Committee. See the crowd gathered around the Lincoln Memorial and march to the Pentagon. Don't forget to share with your friends!
Sambo and His Funny Noises
It’s Shocking to See the Racism of 100 Years Ago: A Look at Sambo and His Funny Noises
Take a look at this comic strip from The Sunday Star, printed on January 5th, 1908. It's just shocking to see the blatant racism of 100 years ago, as shown in this strip called Sambo and His Funny Noises.
Hollin Hall advertisement - February 29th, 1948
Exploring the Mid-Century Modern Hollin Hall Neighborhood in Alexandria, VA
Join us as we explore the mid-century modern Hollin Hall neighborhood outside of Old Town Alexandria, VA. We'll take a look at an old post-war advertisement for the housing development and find out what it's like today.
soldiers amid 1968 riot ruins
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.
1832 Biltmore St. NW
How to Live for Just $37.50 a Month: Unbelievable Apartment Deals from 1908
Can you imagine living in an apartment for only $37.50 a month? Believe it or not, it was possible in 1908! Learn more about this incredible deal, and the original name for Adams Morgan - Washington Heights!
Washington Times - July 28th, 1914
The Day Everything Changed: A Look at the Washington Times Front Page from July 28th, 1914
Take a look back in time at the Washington Times front page from Tuesday, July 28th, 1914 - the day Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia. Source: Library of Congress.
Our American Cousin
Uncovering the Actual Playbill for the Play Lincoln and His Wife Attended on April 14th, 1865
Check out this incredible find - the actual broadside advertising the play that President Lincoln and his wife chose to attend on the fateful night of April 14th, 1865. Click the image for great details.
homes in Lyon Park
Solving the Mystery of 1921 Photos of Homes in Lyon Park, Arlington
Can you help solve the mystery of these 1921 photos of homes in Arlington's Lyon Park? Take a look and see if you can identify any of the locations or if the homes still exist.

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