History of the Drinking Age in Washington, D.C.
When did DC raise the drinking age to 21? The story goes back to 1984 with Ronald Reagan, the National Minimum Drinking Age Act, and highways.
Historical Events
These posts are about historical events in Washington, D.C.
The Big E, Bobby Dandridge, and the 1977-78 Washington Bullets: A Look Back
Relive the glory of the 1977-78 Washington Bullets championship season with Elvin ‘The Big E’ Hayes and Bobby Dandridge. Read the story behind their victory and the Frank Herzog’s classic call of the final seconds of the game.
Saving History – The Story of Davidson Modern Movers and the Library of Congress in December 1941
In December 1941, as a precautionary measure, the Library of Congress transported 5,000 boxes of materials to 3 locations of “relative security.” We can thank Davidson Modern Movers for saving one set of these documents. Read the story of this amazing event here!
Incredible Image: The Inauguration of President Obama in 2009
Incredible image of President Obama’s Inauguration in 2009. Don’t miss our other posts on Presidential inaugurations with old film footage, photographs and more.
Photographs from 1902 of the Grand Army of the Republic Parade in Washington DC
Take a look back in time at three photographs from the 1902 Grand Army of the Republic Parade in Washington DC. See the program of festivities and learn more about the 36th encampment of the Grand Army in Washington.
Pictures of Major Snow in DC from the 1800s and Early 1900s
It may not snow this Christmas, but take a look at these pictures of major snow in DC from the 1800s and Early 1900s. See a car buried in snow, people trudging through and a mail carrier doing his job!
Victory of Japan Day in Washington, DC – Celebrating the End of World War II
Flashback to August 14th, 1945 – Victory of Japan day and the final end of World War II. Read about the celebration that took place in front of the White House, in Lafayette Square, and the other regular happenings of the day.
The Momentous 1963 Civil Rights March on Washington, D.C. Captured in a Photo
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Take a look at this remarkable photo from the August 1963 Civil Rights March on Washington, D.C. See the leaders of the march standing in the Lincoln Memorial! Source: U.S. National Archives.
Uncovering History: A Look at the 1913 Procession from Hyattsville to DC
Take a look back in time to the summer of 1913 with this photo from the Library of Congress. It shows a procession from Hyattsville to DC to present a petition to Congress.
The Women Picketing the White House on March 4th, 1917: Demanding Women’s Right to Vote
On March 4th, 1917, the National Women’s Party picketed the East Wing of the White House to demand the right to vote. Learn more about this historic moment in women’s rights history.