Herzog’s Seafood Restaurant: A Washington, D.C. Dining Legacy
Where was Herzog’s famous sea food restaurant in Washington, DC? And, what did it look like?
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Why Is It Called Chain Bridge? The 1810 Suspension Bridge That Actually Had Chains
Yes, Chain Bridge once had actual chains. Built in 1810, this 22-ton suspension bridge over the Potomac at Little Falls was held up entirely by four iron chains. It also played a tense role in the Civil War, with Union and Confederate troops stationed within shouting distance on opposite ends.
A Rare Look at Washington, DC from the Top of Georgetown in 1865
Marvel at this rare view of Washington, DC from the top of Georgetown in 1865. You can also see Aqueduct Bridge from Virginia into Georgetown and Mason’s Island (i.e., Roosevelt Island today). This image was taken by William Morris Smith and can be found at the Library of Congress.
Uncovering the Lost History of Arlington Beach – A Photo Journey Through Time
Explore the lost history of Arlington Beach in the 1920s, with stunning photos from the National Photo Company Collection. See kids playing at the amusement park, near the Pentagon today, in 1925 and 1923.
The Amazing Story of Leoma Davis, Beauty Queen Hero and Officer Sprinkle’s Neighbor
Uncover the amazing story of Leoma Davis, a beauty queen hero who saved a man from drowning in the Potomac River in 1924. Learn how she was connected with Officer Sprinkle, who lived nearby her home in Washington, DC.
A Revenge Crime on the Potomac: The 1937 Taxi Dumped in the River and the Fateful Gamble of Maurice ‘Buddy’ Sweeney
This is the story of a revenge crime on the Potomac in 1937. A taxi was pushed into the river and the police soon had their suspect, Maurice ‘Buddy’ Sweeney, an auto mechanic and numbers writer. How did he end up in the middle of gambling kingpin Emmitt Warring’s racket?
Concerts on the Watergate Steps
Discover the lesser-known history of D.C.’s iconic Watergate steps, which once resonated with the melodies of the Watergate concerts. From grand visions of dignitary arrivals to captivating symphonies by the Potomac, explore the steps’ transformation through time.
Sharks in the Potomac River: The 1911 Shark Scare That Terrorized Alexandria
Long before the 2015 bull shark catch made headlines, a 15-to-20-foot shark was reportedly attacking boats near Alexandria in 1911. A captain formed the “Society for the Suppression of Man-Eating Fish” to fight back.
The War of 1812 and Relocating the Nation’s Capital
Why is the capital in Washington, DC? After the British burned the White House and Capitol in the War of 1812, the capital almost moved back to Philadelphia.
Planes Collide Near National Airport Killing 55
A horrific air disaster occurred on November 1st, 1949 near National Airport. An inbound passenger flight from Boston collided with a small military plane, killing everyone on board.