Posted In 1920s

Produce wagon in city, 1923." One in a series of Harris & Ewing plates showing the alleys and backstreets of Washington, D.C. The subject here is a Chaconas grocery wagon

Discovering a Rare 1923 Photo of a Chaconas Grocery Wagon

Take a step back in time and view the rare 1923 photo of a Chaconas grocery wagon. We dug this gem up on Shorpy. Check it out and see if you can guess where it was taken!

A Closer Look at Griffith Stadium in 1925

Take a closer look at the historic Griffith Stadium in 1925 with this aerial photo. Study the details of the houses in the neighborhood, people on the field and more. What do GoDCers think, and what else can you see in this photo?

Where Was Griffith Stadium in Washington?

Griffith Stadium was the home of the Washington Senators. It sat just north of Florida Ave near Howard University.

Plans for proposed building projects in Washington, D.C. Perspective view of concourse and entrance to Key Bridge, 1928

Key Bridge: An Incredible Proposed Design for an Entryway from 1928

Explore the incredible proposed design for an entryway to Key Bridge from 1928. This fascinating piece of architecture was never built and shows the approach from Rosslyn into Georgetown.

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Drunk Guy Falls Off Key Bridge Railing

James Hall, a drunk 26-year-old, fell from Key Bridge as he did stunts on the railings to amuse onlookers.

View of Aqueduct Bridge and Rosslyn from Georgetown, ca. 1900. The American Brewery is located in upper right. (Arlington Public Library)

Fire and Explosions Threaten to Destroy Rosslyn

We came across a crazy article detailing the horrors and action-movie like sequences of the fire that ripped the town.

Gem Thief Holds Hundreds at Bay: A Crazy Crime Story at the Gayety Theatre

Explore the crazy crime story of the 1922 gem thief who held hundreds at bay in Washington, D.C. near the Gayety Theatre. Read the full story and see a 1921 map of the area.

Exploring the York Theatre's History in Petworth, Washington DC

Discover the history of the York Theatre, located in Petworth, Washington DC. Opened in 1919, explore photos from the theater, including an awesome old photo from Flickr. Learn more!

Army Officers at New Year reception, [Washington, D.C.], 1/1/25

Celebrating the New Year: A Look Back at a 1925 White House Reception

Celebrate the New Year with a look back at a 1925 White House reception. See a photo of a group of military officers visiting the White House 89 years ago today.

Pictures of Major Snow in DC from the 1800s and Early 1900s

It may not snow this Christmas, but take a look at these pictures of major snow in DC from the 1800s and Early 1900s. See a car buried in snow, people trudging through and a mail carrier doing his job!

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