Learn the history of Chain Bridge Road in Washington, DC, and why it's named after a bridge that has no chains. Discover the story of the bridge's role in the Civil War and the floods of 1936 that led to its replacement.
In June 1938, residents near Washington, DC's Meridian Hill Park reported a nude man roaming the park. When police arrived, only a pair of pants, a shirt, two shoes, a belt, a hat, and five dollars in cash were found. What happened to the man? Read the full story to find out!
If you've ever been to Cleveland Park, you've probably seen the Park and Shop on Connecticut and Ordway. Learn more about its history, as one of the country's oldest strip malls, built in 1930 by Shannon & Luchs.
Take a look into the past with this fascinating map that shows the major streetcar routes of 1936. Explore the history and uncover the secrets of this incredible route map.
Trace the history of the one-way rules on the Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway, from its start in 1938 to when it was extended in 1939. Learn how many policemen it takes to change it from two-way to one-way!
Ghost Dog went on a walk this past weekend to seek out three stories from the Duke Ellington Bridge (formerly known as the Calvert Street Bridge). Learn about the opening day, a 100-foot plunge, and a compromise on aesthetics to save lives.
A World War I mortar bomb was unearthed in the playground of an elementary school in DC in 1931. Two 12-year-old boys, James and Bernard, found the bomb and took it to the basement of James' home. Fortunately, the bomb didn't explode and police safely removed it.
Discover what Alexandria and Arlington County looked like in 1930 with this assessment map. Get a closer look at the area's buildings and geography in this detailed map!
A photo of Jean Wallace, the daughter of Henry Wallace, who was FDR's Vice President before he was replaced with Harry Truman. Taken in 1937, when Wallace was Secretary of Agriculture. Find out more about the fascinating history of FDR and his Vice Presidents.
