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1970s

What was Washington, D.C. like in the 1970s? Take a look at our great posts with stories, people, photos, and history about the District from the seventies.

The National Archives Uncovers Richard Nixon’s Resignation Letter, Initialed by Henry Kissinger

December 22, 2021June 19, 2013 by ghostsofdc
Richard Nixon's letter of resignation

The National Archives has uncovered a rare image of Richard Nixon’s resignation letter, initialed by Henry Kissinger at 11:35 a.m. on August 9th, 1974. Check out the letter here!

Categories Historical Events, Notable People & Places Tags 1970s, Henry Kissinger, Richard Nixon

Relaxing and Watching Planes Take Off at Gravelly Point in National Airport

June 7, 2013 by ghostsofdc
One Of The Bicyclists Holds Her Ears Against The Roar Of The Jet, Taking Off From National Airport, May 1973

Spend your weekends relaxing and watching planes take off at Gravelly Point in National Airport. Get a glimpse at the beauty of a jet taking off with a shot of four women watching.

Categories Faces & Places of Yesterday Tags 1970s, Washington National Airport 2 Comments

This Retro Metro Infomercial from the 1970s Is Amazing!

March 28, 2022June 6, 2013 by ghostsofdc

Check out this amazing retro DC Metro infomercial from the 1970s! Thanks to GoDCer Harrison for sharing this awesome find on InTheCapital.

Categories Faces & Places of Yesterday, The Best Of Tags 1970s, videos, WMATA 6 Comments

A Rare Look at Washington, D.C. in 1973

January 15, 2022June 4, 2013 by ghostsofdc
Washington, D.C. in 1973

Take a rare look at Washington, D.C. back in 1973! See the White House, Lafayette Park, the Washington Monument, and the Potomac in this amazing shot.

Categories Faces & Places of Yesterday Tags 1970s 2 Comments

What D.C. Looked Like in 1970: Check Out This Amazing Photo from DDOT

March 28, 2022June 2, 2013 by ghostsofdc
F St. in 1970

Take a look back in time to see what D.C. looked like in 1970 with this amazing photo from DDOT. See how different the city was and how far it has come since then!

Categories Faces & Places of Yesterday, The Best Of Tags 1970s 1 Comment

A Look Back at the History of 1319 Connecticut Ave NW, Home of Mad Hatter

October 18, 2021April 4, 2013 by ghostsofdc
Mad Hatter DC

Take a look back at the history of 1319 Connecticut Ave NW in Dupont Circle, home of the Mad Hatter! We uncover the stories of Mrs. Cordley’s antiques store, The Jenny Shoppe, Wig Fair and more.

Categories If Walls Could Talk Tags 1930s, 1970s, 1980s, Connecticut Ave. NW 2 Comments

The History of Providence Hospital and the Fight to Save Providence Park

October 18, 2021April 2, 2013 by ghostsofdc
Providence Hospital in the early 1900s (Library of Congress)

Learn the history of Providence Hospital, the oldest hospital in Washington, DC, and the fight to save Providence Park, the green space that now occupies the original hospital site.

Categories Lost History Tags 1960s, 1970s, Architect of the Capitol, Capitol Hill, Congress, Providence Hospital 16 Comments

Led Zeppelin’s 1975 Performance at the Capital Centre in Landover, Maryland

October 18, 2021March 4, 2013 by ghostsofdc
Led Zeppelin

If you were at the Capital Centre on February 10th, 1975, you were one of 18,800 lucky fans witnessing Led Zeppelin’s performance. Learn about the show, the arrests, and the setlist here!

Categories Notable People & Places Tags 1970s, Capital Centre 3 Comments

A Rare Look at Gerald Ford and Dick Cheney on Air Force One

March 26, 2022February 26, 2013 by ghostsofdc
President Ford and Dick Cheney on Air Force One

Take a rare look at Gerald Ford and Dick Cheney on Air Force One back in September 1976. Learn more about the history of this iconic plane at GhostsofDC.org.

Categories Notable People & Places Tags 1970s, Air Force One, Dick Cheney, Gerald Ford

James Brown at Richard Nixon’s Inauguration: Wait, What?

January 17, 2013 by ghostsofdc

Believe it or not, James Brown, Godfather of Soul, performed at Richard Nixon’s 1969 inauguration. Learn why he accepted the gig and how his relationship with Nixon changed over time.

Categories Guest Posts, Notable People & Places Tags 1970s, concerts, James Brown, music, President of the United States, Richard Nixon, Watergate 2 Comments
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