The Congressional Cemetery was a place where politicians, heroes, celebrities, and local personalities were laid to rest. But much of its history is owed to local Washington residents and concerned citizens. #DCHistory https://t.co/Kic3mYNWo1 The Congressional Cemetery was a…
— Kenneth Samson (@PangurBanC) Apr 11, 2022
Attention historians-in-training 📢 Are you researching LGBTQ+ DC or Black Washington? The DC History Center is excited to offer two Research Fellowships for individuals researching these topics! All applications due April 25. Click here to learn more: https://t.co/RvS2OusTQL …
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The first Union officer killed during the American Civil War was Col. Elmer Ellsworth. He was fatally shot during the Union effort to occupy Alexandria, Virginia. He was also a personal friend of Abraham Lincoln. #VAHistory #DCHistory https://t.co/nTTpmqJAD9 The first Union …
— Kenneth Samson (@PangurBanC) Apr 11, 2022
As the American Civil War got underway, one Union ship became the target of a creative Confederate piracy plot. A key ingredient in the plot? Cross-dressing. #DCHistory #VAHistory #MDHistory https://t.co/AZ4quGPG4E As the American Civil War got underway, one Union ship becam…
— Kenneth Samson (@PangurBanC) Apr 11, 2022
When Galaxies Collide via NASA https://t.co/U8QSoIePin https://t.co/NCWeFCje5R
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We couldn't choose a favorite #mapmonster from the plethora in this fantastic Map of the Sea from 1572! How many sea monsters do you count? #MapMonsterMonday See the full map here: https://t.co/ePkj3qvyje https://t.co/GadGgs8T4N We couldn't choose a favorite #mapmonster from …
— Kenneth Samson (@PangurBanC) Apr 11, 2022
Quote of the Day: "Progress lies not in enhancing what is, but in advancing toward what will be." - Khalil Gibran
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