Babe Ruth and the Yankees came to Washington in September 1934 for one final hurrah. Read the Washington Post article from the next day honoring the hero's 22-year career and learn about his 708th and last career home run in a Yankees uniform.

Celebrate with the Washington Senators as they head to the 1924 World Series to face the New York Giants. Learn about the large party held at the Willard Hotel and how Walter Johnson, the star pitcher from Mount Pleasant, helped the team to victory.