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View on Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C.[Soldiers, civilians and children stand in front of a large brick corner building.]
A Captivating Moment in Time: Life on Pennsylvania Avenue at the End of the Civil War
This photo captures a captivating moment in time on Pennsylvania Avenue in 1865 at the end of the Civil War. See the soldiers, civilians and children standing in front of a large brick building in this amazing image from the New York Public Library.
F St. in the 1860s
Exploring F Street in the 1860s – An Incredible Image from the End of the Civil War
Take a closer look at this incredible image from the end of the Civil War. It shows F Street in the 1860s and the details are quite incredible when you click on the photo. Can you figure out where this is exactly?
Treasury Building in 1860
A Look Back at the Treasury Building in 1860 Before the Civil War
Take a look back at the Treasury Building before the Civil War in 1860 with a photo from the Library of Congress. Learn more about this historic building from this blog post.
Old State Department Building, corner 15 Street and Pennsylvania Avenue - photo taken during the Civil War
A Closer Look at the Old State Department Building During the Civil War
Get a better look at the Old State Department Building during the Civil War with this amazing photo. Click on it for some amazing details and find out why there are a large number of wooden boxes at the main entrance to the building.
Washington during the Civil War
Take a Look Back in Time with this 1861 Photo of Washington, DC
Take a step back in time with this 1861 photo of Washington, DC. Click on it for a larger version and marvel at the history of our nation's capital! Source: Library of Congress.
Hall and Elvans' subdivision of Meridian Hill in 1867
An Alternate View of Meridian Hill in 1867
Discover an alternate view of Meridian Hill in 1867 with our new blog post from Ghosts of DC. See what streets have changed and which have stayed the same. Click to explore the map!
Sherman's subdivision of Columbia Heights in 1869
Exploring Columbia Heights in 1869 with John Sherman's Subdivision
Take a look back in time and explore Columbia Heights in 1869 with John Sherman's Subdivision. This property map is full of interesting details, like old street names and the location of Pierce's Mill. Click to learn more!
Capito Dome under construction in 1860s
A Rare Look at the Capitol Dome Under Construction During the Civil War
Take a look at this rare photo of the Capitol Dome under construction during the early days of the Civil War. View this amazing piece of American history captured in time.
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Gorgeous Photos of the Alexandria Railroad Roundhouse During the Civil War
Take a look back in time with these beautiful photographs of the Alexandria Railroad Roundhouse during the Civil War. Click on the images for a larger, more detailed version. You won't be disappointed!
1861 Civil War map of Virginia
Exploring the 1861 Civil War Map of Arlington by Benjamin Church
Explore the 1861 Civil War map of Arlington, a reconnaissance map created by Benjamin Church. View the unusual orientation of the map, with north being down and to the right. Click here to view a larger version and study it.

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