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Major General Peter C. Haines, Retired
Hains Point: How Did It Get Its Name?
Hains point is named for Peter Conover Hains, a prominent Major General in the U.S. Army and served in the Civil War, Spanish-American War and World War I.
aerial view of East Potomac Park
Aerial View of East Potomac Park and Hains Point - Do You Know Why It's Called Hains Point?
Take a look at this aerial view of East Potomac Park and Hains Point. Do you know why it's called Hains Point? Find out more here!
1925 Washington Tourist Camp
Check Out Andy's Amazing Collection of D.C. Imagery on Flickr
Andy Moursund has an incredible collection of D.C. imagery on Flickr. View vintage photos of D.C. from the 1920s, iconic landmarks, and more! Check it out now.
East Potomac Golf Club (East Potomac Park), Washington, D.C., aerial view from above Haines Point looking north toward the Mall (Library of Congress)
A Throwback Thursday Photo of East Potomac Park and Hains Point in the 1930s
Take a virtual trip back in time with this Throwback Thursday photo of East Potomac Park and Hains Point from the 1930s. Learn the history behind Hains Point and the other landmarks in the photo!

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