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The West Wing

Claude Grahame-White’s Daring Landing at the White House in 1910

November 9, 2022February 24, 2022 by ghostsofdc

Witness the incredible feat of aviation pioneer Claude Grahame-White as he lands his biplane on West Executive Avenue next to the White House in 1910. Read the amazing story and see the photos here!

Categories From the Crazy Vault, Notable People & Places Tags 1910s, The West Wing, The White House

A Fascinating Photo from President Ford’s Administration on the Day After Nixon’s Resignation

January 3, 2020December 17, 2013 by ghostsofdc

Check out this fascinating photo of President Ford on August 10th, 1974 – the day after Nixon resigned. Is the expression on his face one of surprise or excitement? See the photo and find out!

Categories Notable People & Places Tags 1970s, Gerald Ford, Henry Kissinger, The West Wing, The White House 2 Comments

Harry Truman’s Proposed West Wing Extension Was Never Built

October 18, 2021November 25, 2013 by ghostsofdc
Truman's proposed West Wing expansion

Harry Truman proposed expanding the West Wing of the White House, but the plan was rejected. In response, he built the Truman Balcony on the south side of the building instead.

Categories Lost History Tags 1940s, Harry S Truman, The West Wing, The White House

Exploring the Smithsonian’s Historic Photos of the West Wing and Washington Monument

January 15, 2022May 15, 2013 by ghostsofdc
West Executive Ave. and the Washington Monument (1919)

Take a trip down memory lane with us as we explore the Smithsonian’s archives of historic photos of the West Wing and the Washington Monument. See the stunning photos of DC’s past! #Smithsonian #WestWing #WashingtonMonument

Categories Notable People & Places Tags 1910s, The West Wing, Washington Monument

Experience the Grandeur of the State, War and Navy Building Around the Turn of the Century

January 21, 2022March 19, 2013 by ghostsofdc
State, War and Navy Building

Take a journey back to the turn of the century with this old photo of the grand State, War and Navy Building. Explore the incredible history and architecture of this remarkable building.

Categories Notable People & Places Tags 1900s, Old Executive Office Building, State War Navy Building, The West Wing, The White House

Teddy Roosevelt’s White House Renovations: The Changes That Rocked the Boat

December 21, 2021May 15, 2012 by ghostsofdc
White House north view - 1901 (Library of Congress)

Teddy Roosevelt moved into the White House and made some changes to the Executive Mansion that rocked the boat. Read on to learn about the changes to the White House and the impact they had on the nation!

Categories Notable People & Places Tags 1900s, Teddy Roosevelt, The West Wing, The White House

A Look Back at Babe Ruth’s Visit to the White House in 1921

December 29, 2021February 9, 2012 by ghostsofdc
Babe Ruth exiting the West Wing

On December 7th, 1921, baseball’s greatest hitter Babe Ruth visited President Harding in the White House. See an old photo of him exiting the West Wing and read about his earlier visits to the Executive Office of the President.

Categories Notable People & Places Tags Babe Ruth, Library of Congress, The West Wing, The White House 1 Comment
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