He might’ve been the ‘father’ of the U.S., but he certainly wasn’t an upstanding library patron. By not returning his books, he cost Mount Vernon quite the library fine! #VAHistory https://t.co/DMRpxVMnOO He might’ve been the ‘father’ of the U.S., but he certainly wasn’t an …
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Matchcover from Bob Seidel's 1203 Restaurant, at 1203 Pennsylvania Ave NW. Read the article by @JohnKelly in today's paper: https://t.co/tHwmTNi1b0 https://t.co/pmWUe7JDK3 Matchcover from Bob Seidel's 1203 Restaurant, at 1203 Pennsylvania Ave NW. Read the article by @JohnKell…
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While its facilities closed in 2018, the Claude Moore Colonial Farm gave visitors the opportunity to see what life was like for the average Virginian in 1771. #VAHistory https://t.co/AlhLyXI0FJ While its facilities closed in 2018, the Claude Moore Colonial Farm gave visitors…
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During Nixon’s presidency, many young people didn’t take too well to the stoic and serious politician. Grace Slick took a popular joke about the president to the next level when the opportunity arose. #DCHistory https://t.co/DlX0f7FcVp During Nixon’s presidency, many young p…
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Today in History - April 24 https://t.co/k3rByyoFG3 Today, the Library of Congress celebrates its birthday. On April 24, 1800, President John Adams approved the appropriation of $5,000 for the purchase of “such books as may be necessary for the use of congress.” Continue rea…
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19th century stereoview of Pennsylvania Avenue, as seen from the grounds of the Treasury Department. The Capitol should be visible at the end of the street but is faded out. The white building on the left with the dark cornice is the old Willard Hotel. https://t.co/CMkdYOo0hg …
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Quote of the Day: "Sweet mercy is nobility's true badge." - William Shakespeare
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