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Great Falls

Exploring History Through Photographs: Entrance to Washington Water Works at Great Falls, 1860s

March 3, 2023July 24, 2013 by ghostsofdc
Entrance to Washington Water Works, Great Falls, Potomac River - Photograph shows two men standing in a small flat boat near the spillway.

Explore history through this amazing photograph from the 1860s. See the entrance to the Washington Water Works near Great Falls and discover more about this incredible image.

Categories Faces & Places of Yesterday Tags 1860s, Great Falls, Potomac River 1 Comment

A Glimpse into History: An Incredible Old Photograph of Great Falls from 1864

February 1, 2022July 23, 2013 by ghostsofdc
Great Falls in 1864

See a glimpse into the past with this incredible old photograph of Great Falls from 1864. Relive history and marvel at this timeless piece of art.

Categories Faces & Places of Yesterday Tags 1860s, Great Falls
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