Discover the origins of Rock Creek Park with this topographical map from 1866. Learn more about the Senate Resolution of July 18th, 1866 that led to the creation of this beautiful park.
Explore the Marshall House in Alexandria, Virginia, where the first Union officer was killed during the Civil War. Learn the story of Elmer Ellsworth and the Confederate flag, and see the incredible stereographic image of the Marshall House from the Library of Congress.
Check out this amazing view of Washington, DC in 1867. We found this gem on the Library of Congress site and have included the full caption. See the image and find out more about the view!
This incredible high resolution photo of Washington, D.C. in 1865 was taken from 14th and B St. NW (i.e., Constitution Ave.). Check out this amazing photo from the Library of Congress' archive!
Marvel at this rare view of Washington, DC from the top of Georgetown in 1865. You can also see Aqueduct Bridge from Virginia into Georgetown and Mason's Island (i.e., Roosevelt Island today). This image was taken by William Morris Smith and can be found at the Library of Congress.
Take a look at this incredible view down New Jersey Ave. in 1863. The caption reads: Southeast view with New Jersey Ave. on the right and A Street and B Street (i.e., Independence Ave.) in the foreground. View includes the Washington Navy Yard, the Eastern Branch, and much more.
Explore Fort Totten through a rare photograph taken just after the Civil War in 1865. See the 3rd Massachusetts Heavy Artillery at the gate of the fort in this remarkable image.
A macabre photo share from 1865 of Henry Wirz being executed for war crimes in the Civil War. Wirz was captain of the prisoner of war Camp Sumter near Andersonville, Georgia and one of only two men tried, convicted, and executed for war crimes in the Civil War.
Take a closer look at this incredible photograph from 1860 that captures the view of the Department of Treasury and Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, DC. Click through for some amazing detail you won't want to miss!
Discover Historic Christ Church in Alexandria, Virginia. Take a virtual tour and learn about the church's history with a Ghost of DC photograph. Visit GoDC for more.
