In 1832, a cholera epidemic rocked the District. In misunderstanding how the illness operated, physicians inaccurately believed alcohol was often to blame, prompting a ban on the drink. https://t.co/bZVxaobQji In 1832, a cholera epidemic rocked the District. In misunderstand…
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Early 1900s postcard of Georgetown University's iconic Healy Hall, completed in 1882. https://t.co/GI75bTUk3j Early 1900s postcard of Georgetown University's iconic Healy Hall, completed in 1882. https://t.co/GI75bTUk3j — Streets of Washington (@StreetsOfDC) Aug 14, 2022
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In May 1969, rock history was made at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD. Led Zeppelin and The Who played a concert at the MD venue when both bands were rising stars. This was the only time the bands rocked the same stage. https://t.co/yzl8Z5ZfN3 In May 1969, roc…
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Today in History - August 14 https://t.co/th4jAQRkSN On August 14, 1848, Congress created the Oregon Territory, an area encompassing present-day Oregon, Idaho, Washington, and parts of western Montana and Wyoming. Continue reading. Click here to search Today in History for …
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#DYK the Octagon House on 18th St and NY Ave NW only has 6 sides, not 8? But that isn’t the only oddity the historic home boosts. It is also said to be the site of multiple hauntings of the paranormal variety. https://t.co/0BSHTV3kdM #DYK the Octagon House on 18th St and NY …
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During the 1938 broadcast of “War of the Worlds,” DMV switchboards lit up as Federal, State and municipal officials struggled to calm thousands of frightened listeners. https://t.co/0DFOtrdCHi During the 1938 broadcast of “War of the Worlds,” DMV switchboards lit up as Feder…
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During the height of the colonial revival movement, Alexandria, VA, took advantage of the new highway running through their city and crafted Old Town to draw in tourists... but urban renewal proposals set up a clash between preservation and redevelopment. …
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