The 1963 Washington Post Ad for Capitol Park Townhouses in Southwest DC
In October 1963, The Washington Post ran an advertisement for Capitol Park Townhouses. The Southwest DC area would soon be transformed by urban renewal.
Southwest
DC’s Southwest quadrant has a dramatic and contested history. Once a dense working-class neighborhood, it was almost entirely demolished by urban renewal in the 1950s and 60s. These posts examine what was lost and what replaced it.
From the Crazy Vault: A Gruesome Buzzard Point Tragedy from 1912
From the Ghosts of DC Crazy Vault: An unfortunate tragedy from 1912 at Buzzard Point in DC. Read about the gruesome murder and attempted peacemaker thwarted by a jealous husband with a revolver.
Tragedy of the Sky: The Drowning of Charles Willis in 1920
In March of 1920, Charles Willis of Chicago was tragically drowned when his parachute jump from an army airplane went wrong. We explore the story of his death and the rescue efforts that followed.
The Sad History of L’Enfant Plaza in D.C.
L’Enfant Plaza in Washington D.C. has a sad history. It was once a vibrant part of the city, but it was bulldozed in the 1960s as part of an urban renewal program. Learn more about this unfortunate chapter of D.C. history.
Unmuzzled Dogs Biting People in Washington DC – A Look Back to 1924
A wild article from 1924 Washington DC shows that unmuzzled dogs were biting people and that health and police authorities were uniting to check the epidemic. Take a look back at this intriguing article from the Washington Post.
Remembering the Homes Lost During the Redevelopment of the Southwest Quadrant
Remembering the homes that were bulldozed to make way for the “modern” Southwest Quadrant in DC. Take a look back at the history of the area and the impact of the redevelopment on the local community.
A Look Back at Southwest Washington, D.C. Before the War
Take a look back at Southwest Washington, D.C. before the war with this amazing photograph of two young boys. See how the area was before it was destroyed and rebuilt in the ugly, brutalist style that stands today.
This Photo From 1942 Is Stunning and Speaks for Itself
A stunning photo from 1942 of N and Union St. SW. This photo speaks for itself and is courtesy of Shorpy – the best website ever. This photo is in color, not colorized