These posts are about historical events in Washington, D.C.
Take a trip down memory lane and explore the history of DC with these amazing photos from January 20th, 1953. See what life was like in the city decades ago with Ghosts of DC!
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.
Explore the photo of Abraham Lincoln delivering his second inaugural address and the original document. Learn about the confrontation between Lincoln and John Wilkes Booth that may have saved Lincoln’s life.
This incredible photograph was taken from a bird’s eye view over Lincoln’s left shoulder, down onto the massive crowd watching the “I Have a Dream” speech in 1963. Get a glimpse of history with this amazing shot!
On April 15, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. On the same day, The Evening Star newspaper was published, featuring a “Special Notice” that is as interesting as anything that could be published today. Take a look at the newspaper, the day after the assassination.
Learn about the liquor ban enacted on August 28, 1963 to mark the historic March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Discover what Washingtonians were told about traffic, transit, telework, and more for the momentous event.
Read this fascinating article from the Washington Post on December 8th, 1941 – the day after Pearl Harbor. Learn about the crowd that assembled outside the White House, angrily waiting for a sign of what was to come. Don’t forget to check out our post on what was happening in D.C. on the day of the attack!
Take a look back in history with this old map that shows Jubal Early’s Rebel attack on Washington. See the plan of the attack and learn more about this important moment in history.
Take a closer look at Teddy Roosevelt’s 1905 inauguration with Chief Justice Melville Fuller. Click on the photo to see some amazing details. It’s pretty cool.
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.
