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View of 1736 I Street NW, a three-story row house that was the last residence of Jefferson Davis. Flanking each side of the structure are partial views of 1738 and 1734 I Street NW.

Where Did Jefferson Davis Live in Washington?

Where did Jefferson Davis live when he was a senator in Washington, DC?

A Spectacular Sight: 1917 Photo of the State, War, and Navy Building Flying French, U.S., and British Flags

A spectacular sight from 1917: French, U.S., and British flags flying from the State, War, and Navy Building. View the photo and read more here!

A Look Back at the British Embassy in Washington DC in 1917

Get a glimpse into the past with this 1917 photo of the British Embassy in Washington DC. See what the old embassy looks like today with a Google Map of the same intersection.

Department of Treasury - November 11th, 1862

A Photo Series Showing the Construction of the Treasury Building in the 1860s

Take a look back at the history of the Treasury Building in Washington, D.C. with this series of photos showing its construction in the 1860s. Explore the progress and final result of the building's design and architecture.

The Treasury Building As It Looked During the Civil War

Stunning old image of the Treasury building during the Civil War.

View of the Smithsonian Institution Building looking east up B Street (Independence Ave) towards the U.S. Capitol. Grounds are landscaped following a plan laid out by Andrew Jackson Downing, with the Castle nestled among trees. Visible amidst the trees is the Magnetic Observatory, built in 1853. People stand along the fence installed along the sidewalk on B Street In this image, the central roof of the Castle is intact and the small towers have the caps on them. In January of 1865, a fire destroyed the central roof and the caps on the towers, so this photograph had to have been taken prior to January 1865 and is most likely April 1863. The Capitol dome, seen in the distance, is not yet completed

The Smithsonian Castle in its Original Splendor: A View of DC's Iconic Building in 1863

Take a step back in time and explore a Civil War-era photo of Independence Ave. This incredible photo showcases the Smithsonian Institution Building and the U.S. Capitol dome, taken before the 1865 fire. Source: Smithsonian Archives.

The Mall in DC: A Beautiful View from the Early 20th Century

Take a look at this incredible view of the Mall in Washington DC from the early 20th century. See how this iconic area has changed over time - a truly spectacular sight!

Firemen putting out the Boundary Field fire

The Fire that Destroyed our Old Ballpark: Boundary Field

GoDCer Rych sent in a couple great photos which piqued our interest in the fire that destroyed our old ballpark - Boundary Field. Learn more about the fire, the replacement stadium and the Washington Nationals (aka, Senators) of 1911.

Unveiling the Splendor of the United States Capitol Building: A Photo From 1918-1920

Explore the beauty of the United States Capitol Building in this stunning photo from 1918-1920. Take a look at this amazing piece of history and learn more about its significance.

A Unique Look at the National Cathedral Under Construction in 1925

Take a look back in time with these two photos from April 2nd, 1925, showing the National Cathedral under construction. Unique views of the interior and exterior of the structure are included.

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