Richard Nixon’s Resignation Letter Was Just One Sentence
The National Archives has uncovered a rare image of Richard Nixon’s resignation letter, initialed by Henry Kissinger at 11:35 a.m. on August 9th, 1974. Check out the letter here!
Politics
Washington was built to be the seat of American government, and its political history runs deep. These posts cover presidents, Congress, Cabinet members, scandals, inaugurations, and the machinery of power that has defined the city since 1800.
Greenbelt, Maryland: The New Deal Cooperative Community That Cost $7.4 Million to Build
Greenbelt, Maryland was one of three green towns planned by the U.S. Resettlement Administration during the New Deal, built at a cost of $7.4 million as a public cooperative community.
FDR’s 1939 Pennsylvania Avenue Parade for Nicaragua’s Anastasio Somoza
In May 1939, FDR threw the most lavish state welcome Washington had ever seen for a Nicaraguan strongman. Parades, a White House sleepover, and a white tie dinner in the East Room.
The 1947 Attempted Assassination of Senator John W. Bricker of Ohio
This is the story of the 1947 attempted assassination of Senator John W. Bricker of Ohio. Learn how a disgruntled former Capitol policeman tried to ‘refresh’ the Senator’s memory about a financial loss he blamed on Bricker.
In the Paper: Washington Times – Evening Edition – May 14th, 1912
Take a step back in time and explore the May 14th, 1912 edition of the Washington Times with our “In the Paper” installment. View the front and back pages to gain insight into the events of 101 years ago.
Francis H. Robinson: The White House Chauffeur Who Drove Six Presidents
Meet Francis H. Robinson, the White House chauffeur who drove six presidents from Taft to FDR, plus visiting kings, queens, and dignitaries, starting with the first automobile under Taft. A look at the early history of the car at the White House.
A Look at Concerts on the White House South Lawn from 1921 to 2009
Take a look at the history of concerts held on the White House South Lawn, from 1921 to 2009. See photos of the United States Marine Corps Band performing in 1921 and the Foo Fighters in 2009.
Exploring the History of William Howard Taft: A Photographic Journey
Explore the history of William Howard Taft with this photographic journey! See images of Taft at the baseball game in 1912 and 1916 and learn more about the 27th president of the United States.
Rutherford B. Hayes Inauguration: Photos from 1877
Not many remember Rutherford B. Hayes, but we’d like to shine a light on the 19th President with a series of photos from his 1877 Inauguration. See the Senate wing of the U.S. Capitol, inauguration stand, and more!