Wait, Andre the Giant tried out for the Washington Redskins? Did that really happen? You have to read more to find out the story.

Washington was the last team to integrate, 16 years after the color barrier was broken. Owner George P. Marshall ran a southern-focused media empire and was pushed into anti-discrimination compliance by the Kennedy Administration. Read the story to learn more.

Remember the days of Griffith Stadium? Learn about the demise of this D.C. landmark, which was the site of three World Series, two All-Star games, and eight U.S. Presidents. Read the sad article from the Washington Post and watch a YouTube video to learn more.

Sports broadcaster and longtime Washington Wizards play-by-play voice Steve Buckhantz scored an incredible scoop in 1993 when he broke the news that Joe Gibbs planned to retire as head coach of the Washington Redskins. Get the full story here!

In 1961, the Washington Redskins were the only NFL team without a black player on their roster. Dallas Cowboys saved the Redskins from complete disaster that year, and the power of the federal government, coupled with the Redskins' owner, forced the 'Skins to integrate. Learn more about how the Redskins overcame their all-white team in 1961.

Take a trip down memory lane to revisit the Washington Football franchise's dismal 1954 season. Read about the 62-3 trouncing, the 3-9 record, and the tragedy after the game. #WashingtonFootball #NFL #Sports

Take a nostalgic look back at the Redskins' heyday and the hope for a brighter future with Robert Griffin III. Hail to the Washington Redskins!

It was 1942, the United States was in World War II and the Washington Redskins were playing the Chicago Bears in the NFL Championship Game. Relive the 73-0 shellacking the Redskins put on the Bears and the last time helmets were not required for the NFL.

Smith Commons Curious about Smith Commons on H St. in DC? Check out our latest “If Walls Could Talk” post. The winner of our second IWCT poll is the H Street hot spot, Smith Commons (I don’t think I like that acronym). I came across some interesting stories related to the spot at 1245 H St. NE, not to mention my favorite D.C. police officer. The next time you hit up happy hour...

Relive the glory of the Washington Redskins' 1992 Super Bowl XXVI victory with highlights from the game and related articles. Plus, find out why the team hasn't been back since.

Intrigued by a reader's query, the Ghosts of D.C. investigates the history of a mysterious house in Woodley Park—Syracuse University's Greenberg House. From real estate mogul to nursing home, the house's past unveils tales of tragedy, dining, and a generous donation.