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A Look Back at Blair House, Before It Became Government Property

Take a look back at Blair House, before it became government property in 1942. See a photo of the residence taken around 1918, when it was still a private home. Source: Library of Congress.

History Behind Lion Statues in House of Cards Opening Credits

What are the lions in the House of Cards credits? They're sitting at the Ulysses Grant Memorial by the Capitol Reflecting Pool.

Discovering a Lost Ford Motor Company Film from 1922

Uncover this lost Ford Motor Company film from 1922 recently discovered in the National Archives. Watch now and explore the history of this iconic American company!

An Amazing Look at Del Ray in 1921 and Today

Take a look at an amazing map of Del Ray north of Alexandria from 1921 and compare it to a map of the same area today. See how much has changed!

Uncovering the Life and Death of Nubby Nuckols, the 1930s D.C. Underlord

Discover the story of Nubby Nuckols, the 1930s D.C. underworld king. We look into his criminal career, his rise to prominence, and his untimely death.

A Look Back at the 1925 Ad for a Beautiful Home in Washington, DC

Take a look back at the 1925 ad for a beautiful home in Washington, DC. See how much it's worth today and learn more about the current residents. #DC #RealEstate #History

Exploring the History of Chevy Chase Through an Advertisement From 1922

Explore the history of Chevy Chase with this advertisement from 1922. Learn more about this Washington DC neighborhood from the past. #ChevyChase #History #WashingtonDC

The Knickerbocker Theater Disaster: Inside Insights on DC's Deadliest Disaster

Learn about the Knickerbocker Theater Disaster, the deadliest disaster to ever hit Washington DC. Read inside insights and see how this tragedy unfolded from eyewitness accounts and official reports.

Aftermath of the McCrory disaster, a virtually forgotten chapter in the history of Washington, D.C.: At 1:32 p.m. on Nov. 21, 1929, a boiler in the basement of the McCrory five-and-dime store at 416 Seventh Street NW exploded, demolishing the ground floor and igniting a fire in a deafening blast whose final toll was six dead and dozens injured. Harris & Ewing Collection glass negative.

Six Killed at McCrory's on 7th Street in 1929's Horrific Explosion

Discover the forgotten tragedy of the McCrory disaster in D.C. history. Six died and dozens were injured in a devastating boiler explosion in 1929.

Great Film Footage of 1925 World Series

Here’s a cool find from YouTube. The Senators lost the World Series to the Pirates, after having won the year before. Can you tell Ghosts of DC is getting excited for the 2014 baseball season?

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