Today in History - April 14 https://t.co/mpJw8cqXLo Shortly after 10:00 p.m. on April 14, 1865, actor John Wilkes Booth entered the presidential box at Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C., and fatally shot President Abraham Lincoln. Continue reading. At about 11:40 PM, April…
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Quote of the Day: "The boisterous sea of liberty is never without a wave." - Thomas Jefferson
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Upon becoming President in 1801, Thomas Jefferson was quick to do away with many of the high society diplomatic customs that his predecessors embraced. The new order shocked British minister Anthony Merry, a visiting dignitary. #DCHistory https://t.co/gHewQt7WgB Upon becomin…
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Enjoy the beautiful spring weather by taking a walking tour with DC History Center and Washington Walks! On April 30 we will explore the Capitol Riverfront, also known as Navy Yard. Click here to buy a ticket: https://t.co/Baz6CGlAWJ Enjoy the beautiful spring weather by takin…
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The Hay-Adams Hotel, known for its extravagance and exclusivity, is the one place “where nothing is overlooked but the White House." But there is one hotel guest who seems to cause some trouble: the ghost of Marion Hooper Adams. #DCHistory https://t.co/UpXPC6EjP9 The Hay-Ada…
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One of the most popular gifts US presidents have received over the years is cheese—giant wheels of them. The tradition of receiving giant wheels of cheese began in 1801 with Thomas Jefferson. #DCHistory https://t.co/dyapZBT9QD One of the most popular gifts US presidents have…
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This plan for utilizing the water power of the Ohio River at Louisville, Ky was made in 1875! It includes text on steam and water power cost, waterways discharging information, and several illustrations. Zoom in here: https://t.co/HhAtPgyYiS https://t.co/eEigFRo8jE This plan …
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