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Three Things…

Three stories about one Washington, DC place. Pick a corner, a building, a block, and you’ll find more than one thing worth knowing about it.

Three Random Stories About Farragut Square

April 27, 2026March 7, 2012 by ghostsofdc
Farragut Square circa 1881 (maritimequest.com)

What is the history of Farragut Square in Washington, DC? Read three great stories from its past.

Categories Three Things... Tags Landmarks, Military, Parks, Politics, Rock Creek Park, Transit 2 Comments
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