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Early Proposed Drawings of the Library of Congress
Some amazing old drawings of what our Library of Congress could have looked like.
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What the Library of Congress Could Have Looked Like: Leon Beaver's Design from 1873
Take a look at the proposed design for the Library of Congress by Leon Beaver in 1873. Check out some of his drawings to see what the Library of Congress could have looked like!
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Saving History - The Story of Davidson Modern Movers and the Library of Congress in December 1941
In December 1941, as a precautionary measure, the Library of Congress transported 5,000 boxes of materials to 3 locations of "relative security." We can thank Davidson Modern Movers for saving one set of these documents. Read the story of this amazing event here!
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The 1861 View From The Capitol Roof: A Look North
Take a look at the 1861 view from the Capitol roof! This post looks at the sites visible from Washington, DC in 1861, including the ghostly, blurred waving American flag in the center. Source: Library of Congress.
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The Evening Star: A Look at the Day After President Lincoln's Assassination
On April 15, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. On the same day, The Evening Star newspaper was published, featuring a "Special Notice" that is as interesting as anything that could be published today. Take a look at the newspaper, the day after the assassination.
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Proposed National Library at Judiciary Square: Two Drawings from 1875-1879
Explore two drawings of the proposed National Library at Judiciary Square between 1875 and 1879. See what could have been if this plan had been accepted!
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A Look Back in Time: The Library of Congress in the Early 1900s
Take a look back in time and see the Library of Congress in the early 1900s with this amazing, sharp photo. See the history and beauty of this iconic building.
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A Look Inside the Old Library of Congress in the Capitol Building (1866)
Explore a piece of history with this amazing old photograph of the Library of Congress in the Capitol Building before the current one was constructed in 1866. Courtesy of Ghosts of DC.
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An Amazing Photograph of the View Southeast from the U.S. Capitol in 1880
Take a look at this amazing photograph taken around 1880 from the top of the U.S. Capitol, showing the view southeast toward the Anacostia River. Includes a block of five homes at 1st and A St. SE built around 1800 and razed in 1887 to build the Library of Congress.
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A Look Back at the Construction of the Library of Congress in 1893
Take a look back at the construction of the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. from May 10, 1893 with this historic photo from the Library of Congress itself. Click on it for greater detail.
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The 25th President of the United States
If you know who POTUS 25 is off the top of your head, congratulations. You are an über history geek. Enjoy the Libary of Congress photos below. [slideshow]
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The Biggest Spring Snowstorms in Washington, DC - Photos from the Library of Congress Archives
Take a look at some of the biggest snowstorms to ever hit Washington, DC in the spring! See photos of the snowstorm from 1942 and 1891, found in the Library of Congress archives.
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Babe Ruth Visits the White House: A Starstruck Moment in 1921
On December 7th, 1921, Babe Ruth, the biggest celebrity in America, visited the White House to stop by and say hello to President Harding. Read about this starstruck moment and related stories!
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Unveiling a Gallery of Rare Civil War Photographs from the Library of Congress
Discover a rare collection of Civil War photographs from the Library of Congress, including a Sanitary Commission picture with the Treasury Department in the background.
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Death Runs His Hands at a Careless Man!
Here’s a cool old photograph I found sifting through the Library of Congress archives. I find this one amusing: You wouldn’t have your child a jay walker.Don’t be one yourself. Still very applicable today. This city has an epidemic of jaywalking (on occasion I’m included in this group). Streetcar decorated with safety slogans (1922)
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Witnessing History: A Silent Film of President William McKinley Shot by Thomas Edison in 1901
Witness history in this incredible silent film of President William McKinley, shot by Thomas Edison in 1901 at the Capitol. Thanks to the Library of Congress, we can see what life was like over a hundred years ago!
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Uncovering the Fascinating History Behind this Old Photo from the Library of Congress
Uncovering the fascinating history behind this old photo from the Library of Congress. It was created somewhere between 1909 and 1940 and gifted to the Library of Congress in 1947. Learn more about the amazing story behind this amazing image.
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The Burning City: The Aftermath of Martin Luther King Jr's Assassination
Revisit the devastation of the city of Washington DC in 1968 following the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. with video, photos, and related articles from the time.
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Teddy Roosevelt's 1905 Inauguration in Washington, D.C.
Revisit the 1905 inauguration of Teddy Roosevelt in Washington, D.C.! Watch the original footage from the Library of Congress and learn about the Rough Riders, Secret Service, and more.
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Exploring D.C.'s Early Days of WWII Through Library of Congress Photos
Take a look back in time and explore D.C. during the early days of World War II with photos from the Library of Congress. See how the houses look remarkably similar to those in Philadelphia. Check out the photos here!
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A Look into Washington DC's Streetcar Past
Travel back in time to Washington DC in the early 1900s and 1940s with these amazing YouTube videos. From postal workers and streetcars, get a glimpse into the District's streetcar past.
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