Why Is It Named Ballston? The Ball Family Behind Arlington’s Hub
Before the towers and the Metro, Ballston was a log tavern at a dirt crossroads, run by a family George Washington called cousins.
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Unbelievable Discovery – George Washington’s 1749 Map of Alexandria
Discover an incredible map of Alexandria drawn by George Washington in 1749. Unbelievable discovery from the Library of Congress website.
History of George Washington University’s Name
GWU started as a Baptist college on Meridian Hill in 1821. Here’s the story of how it got its name — a $500,000 deal, a broken promise, and a dead president’s bequest that Congress ignored.
Why Is Montgomery County Named That? The Story of General Richard Montgomery
Montgomery County was formed in 1776 from three neighboring counties and named after General Richard Montgomery, an Irish-born Continental Army officer killed at Quebec in December 1775.
Falls Church, Virginia in 1903: A Tour of a Washington Suburb
In 1903, Falls Church was a town of 1,000 people in Fairfax County, serving as a telephone hub for two dozen Northern Virginia communities. Here is a tour through the town as it was.
What Is The Flag of Washington, D.C.?
Washington, DC didn’t have an official flag until the middle of the 20th century. The white background with two red stripes and three red stars was based on George Washington’s family crest.
Washington is Composed of Land from 19 Original Owners
19 original landowners were negotiated with, directly by George Washington in March, 1791. He met them during the day and in the evening, closed the deal with them at Suter’s Tavern in Georgetown.
The Story of How The White House Got Its Name
Did you know the White House was once known as the President’s Palace? Read on to learn the history of the White House and the story of the man who almost designed it – John Collins.
The Origin of Arlington’s Name: From Earl to Lee’s Estate
Arlington County is named for a plantation. The plantation was named for a mansion. The mansion was named for an English village.