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Union soldiers guarding the Potomac River in Washington, DC in 1861. Georgetown University is visible in the background. Photo by George Barnard
A Rare Look at Union Soldiers Guarding the Potomac River in 1861
Take a rare look at Union soldiers guarding the Potomac River in Washington, DC in 1861. Georgetown University is visible in the background. Photo by George Barnard.
May 1865. "Another artillery unit passing on Pennsylvania Avenue near the Treasury." Wet plate glass negative by Mathew Brady.
A Pivotal Moment in History: Mathew Brady's Stunning Photo of Washington, D.C. in 1865
Discover a pivotal moment in history with Mathew Brady's stunning photo of Washington, D.C. in 1865, capturing the end of the Civil War era.
Fort Stevens in 1864
Civil War Reaches Tennallytown
The Civil War reached the outer edges of Washington in 1864. It was so close that President Lincoln rode near the front lines of Fort Stevens and came under fire.
Washington during the Civil War
Take a Look Back in Time with this 1861 Photo of Washington, DC
Take a step back in time with this 1861 photo of Washington, DC. Click on it for a larger version and marvel at the history of our nation's capital! Source: Library of Congress.
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A Look Back at Alexander Gardner's Photographic Gallery in 1863
Take a look back in time to 1863 and explore Alexander Gardner's Photographic Gallery in Washington, D.C. with this amazing old photo. Click the image for a detailed version.
District of Columbia and the seat of war on the Potomac (1861)
A Look at the 1861 Civil War Map of the D.C. Area
Take a look at this 1861 Civil War map of the D.C. area to explore the District's history of war. Source: Library of Congress.
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The Brave Women Who Disguised Themselves as Men to Join the Civil War
At least 400 women disguised themselves as men to join the Civil War, fighting for their side in the only way they could. Learn about one of them, Rosetta Wakeman, and her incredible story in Wild Women of Washington.
U.S. Sanitary Commission 1863
Exploring the 1863 Convalescent Camp Four Miles Outside of Washington
Explore the 1863 convalescent camp four miles outside of Washington, run by the U.S. Christian Commission. See photos of the camp and the Commission's 1865 D.C. headquarters.
Quarters of General Alfred Pleasonton, and "Government Horse Shoeing Shop" at Left, 21st St. near F NW - Washington, D.C., April 1865
A Look Back in Time: How 21st and F St. NW Appeared at the End of the Civil War
Take a look back in time to April 1865 and see a photograph of 21st and F St. NW at the conclusion of the Civil War. Does it look a little different to you? Source: civilwarphotos.net
Jefferson and Varina Davis in 1869
Uncovering the Story of Varina Davis' Visit to Washington in 1866
This article reveals the fascinating story of Varina Davis' visit to Washington in 1866, when her husband, Jefferson Davis, was a prisoner at Fortress Monroe. Learn how Varina Davis called on President Johnson at the White House and more!

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