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March on Washington against the war in Vietnam (21-22 October, 1967)
Incredible Photos of 1967 March on Pentagon Against the Vietnam War
Check out these incredible photos from the 1967 March on the Pentagon to protest the Vietnam War organized by the National Mobilization Committee. See the crowd gathered around the Lincoln Memorial and march to the Pentagon. Don't forget to share with your friends!
14th and U Street in 1960
Exploring U Street in 1960: A Photo Courtesy of the Smithsonian
Take a step back in time with this incredible photo of U Street in Washington, DC in 1960. Courtesy of the Smithsonian, explore the block from the northwest corner and see how it has changed.
1666 HATCHERS MILL RD-28
The Kennedy Estate Wexford is For Sale - A Look Back at the History of the Property
Take a look back at the history of Wexford, the Kennedy estate in Virginia's hunt country, which was built by JFK and Jackie Kennedy in 1962 and is now for sale for $11 million. Learn about the house's Irish roots and the story behind its sale.
Woodward & Lothrop (1963)
Exploring 50 Years of History: An Ad from Washington a Day Before Kennedy's Assassination
As we approach the 50th anniversary of Kennedy's assassination, we're taking a look back at the newspapers of the day to explore what was happening in Washington. Here's an ad from Woodward & Lothrop that ran exactly 50 years ago today.
Capitol Park Townhouses advertisement
50 Years Ago Today: The Washington Post Ad for Capitol Park Townhouses
50 years ago today, The Washington Post printed an advertisement for Capitol Park Townhouses. Today, the same area is unrecognizable due to developers modernizing it with brutalist, Soviet-like buildings.
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Inspiration Found: Can You Make Up a Caption for This Vintage Scene?
Get ready to be inspired! Can you make up a caption for this vintage scene from Duke Zeibert's restaurant in Washington, D.C. in 1960? Check it out and give it a try!
View from a Lockheed Elektra on approach to Washington National in 1967. The Watergate complex is under construction to the left and the Kennedy Center to the right.
An Amazing Photo of National Airport in 1967: Kennedy Center and Watergate Under Construction
Check out this amazing photo from a 1967 Eastern Airlines flight on approach to National Airport in D.C. You can see the Kennedy Center under construction on the right and the Watergate buildings going up on the left.
1850 Columbia Pike, Arlington
A 1960s Advertisement for Apartments in Arlington
Take a look back in time with a 1960s advertisement for apartments in Arlington. The building still exists, and the rent is substantially higher than what's listed in the ad. Click on the ad for a larger version.
In late 1959 through 1960, the Capitol Dome underwent a significant repair and restoration effort and at the end of 1959 the exterior of the Dome was surrounded by scaffold.
Remember the Red Capitol Dome? Here's Another Great View of It
Relive the red Capitol Dome with this amazing view! Learn about the repairs and restoration effort done in the late 1950s and the significance behind the color red. Read more about it here!
soldiers amid 1968 riot ruins
A Sad Day for D.C.: Remembering the 1968 Riots
This week, we remember the 1968 riots in Washington, D.C. that left the city in ruins and resulted in the deaths of several people. No commentary needed on this one. It's a sad day for D.C.

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