Interested in how maps changed over time and shaped perceptions of the world? This Story Map illustrates the changes in influential world maps and highlights major shifts in perspectives of the world. Learn more here: https://t.co/T0tHIPYdfO https://t.co/W2pPXuX4YF Interested…
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For the anniversary of their appearance at the “Ed Sullivan Show,” we’ve got Beatles fever. Their show at the Coliseum two days later had some interesting highlights, including supporting acts and funky souvenirs. #DCHistory https://t.co/TQfE9eqfM7 For the anniversary of the…
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Mark Vande Hei's Window to the World via NASA https://t.co/d9UxDTfXPM https://t.co/G9zWiHx99Q
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The Lincoln Memorial is a staple to D.C. tourism, but what if the tribute to the 16th president took on a different look? Perhaps one a bit more, “colossal”? #DCHistory https://t.co/6ZvrkvQ0PP The Lincoln Memorial is a staple to D.C. tourism, but what if the tribute to the 1…
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Today in History - February 9 https://t.co/amHZTglDLH On February 9, 1888, Walt Whitman penned a note to the publishers of The Riverside Literature Series No. 32 calling attention to mistakes in their recently printed version of his poem, “O Captain! My Captain!” Continue re…
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Quote of the Day: "Words are but the signs of ideas." - Samuel Johnson
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1914 postcard showing the elaborate interior of the "Jardin de Danse" located in the former Cafe Republique space on the ground floor of the Corcoran Building at 15th and F Streets NW. For the full story, see: https://t.co/uD4wWnpljK https://t.co/8ruU6r1i2r 1914 postcard show…
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