What’s a Herdic Cab? What Did They Look Like?
A herdic cab is a type of horse-drawn carriage, used as an omnibus, invented by Peter Herdic of Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania in 1881.
Transit
Long before Metro, Washington moved by streetcar, railroad, and horse-drawn carriage. These posts trace the history of how people got around the capital, from 19th century rail companies to the debates that shaped the modern transit system.
The Highways That Would Have Destroyed Washington, DC
A Library of Congress map shows the proposed highway network that would have cut through Washington in the 1960s. DC was among the few American cities that stopped the bulldozers.
Proposed D.C. Subway During World War II
Near the end of World War II, there was an interesting proposal to build a subway in the District to alleviate post-war traffic.
A Fascinating Look at Washington DC in 1935: The Intersection of 13th and F St. NW
Take a step back in time and explore Washington DC in 1935. This fascinating photograph shows the intersection of 13th and F St. NW. Click on it for greater details!
Take a Look Back in Time: Photos of Metro Center Under Construction in 1973
Take a look back in time with these amazing photos of Metro Center under construction in 1973. Don’t miss these other great old Metro photos showing Dupont Circle!
Washington DC Street Names Unveiled: From States to Letters and Numbers
Pierre L’Enfant’s 1791 plan gave DC one of the most logical street grids in America: numbers running one way, letters the other, and state names on the diagonals.
Exploring the Historic Highways of Washington, D.C. in 1911
Explore the highways of Washington, D.C. in 1911 with this historic map from the Library of Congress. See roads, routes, and more from over 100 years ago.
A Look Back: Washington D.C. During the 1942 Gas Shortage
Explore a captivating 1942 photograph of Washington D.C. during a gasoline shortage, revealing the city’s resilience and adaptation to wartime challenges through a focus on its streetcar control tower and altered transportation habits.
Uncovering the Fascinating History of Washington’s Hackmen: Pre-dating Uber Drivers by 160 Years
Before Uber and taxis, Washington had hackmen, drivers of horse-drawn coaches who lined up outside the Metropolitan Hotel.