The big days in Washington, DC history. Assassinations, riots, marches, inaugurations, and the smaller moments that turned out to matter more than people knew at the time.
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!
A satellite image of President Obama’s inauguration on the National Mall in January 2009.
The night Booth shot Lincoln, Lewis Powell tried to kill Secretary Seward. Six-foot-two, twenty when he attacked. Hanged eleven weeks later.
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.
In 1961, the Washington Redskins were the only NFL team without a black player on their roster. Dallas Cowboys saved the Redskins from complete disaster that year, and the power of the federal government, coupled with the Redskins’ owner, forced the ‘Skins to integrate. Learn more about how the Redskins overcame their all-white team in 1961.
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!
Get ready for the start of baseball season with a look back at some amazing photos of baseball in DC, including Babe Ruth signing autographs at Griffith Stadium and amateur games in front of the White House and Capitol Building.
Take a trip down memory lane to revisit the Washington Football franchise’s dismal 1954 season. Read about the 62-3 trouncing, the 3-9 record, and the tragedy after the game
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.
