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streets

1872 Street Paving Map of Washington

December 26, 2022December 27, 2013 by ghostsofdc
map around the National Mall

What were the roads of Washington like in 1872? This great map shows the different paving surfaces throughout the city, including wood, stone and concrete.

Categories GoDCers Love Maps, Pictures Tell a Story Tags 1870s, streets 1 Comment

Exploring the Streets of Washington DC Through Maps

December 20, 2021December 23, 2013 by ghostsofdc

Take a journey through the streets of Washington DC with these maps from Greater Greater Washington and Flickr user Matt Johnson. Learn more about the city’s history and explore the different street systems.

Categories GoDCers Love Maps Tags streets
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