Circa 1959 photo of a 1918 streetcar on a fan trip on New York Ave NW between 14th and 15th St. The Wyatt Building, built in 1951, appears in the background. In front of the Wyatt Bldg is the rear of the streamlined moderne Trans-Lux Building, opened in 1937. …
— Kenneth Samson (@PangurBanC) Oct 28, 2022
Today in History - October 28 https://t.co/IQDyr8tPYz October 28, 1875 marks the birth date of Gilbert H. Grosvenor, the editor credited with transforming National Geographic Magazine from a small scholarly journal into a dynamic world-renowned monthly. Continue reading. O…
— Kenneth Samson (@PangurBanC) Oct 28, 2022
During his visit to the White House in 1998, Czech Republic President Vaclav Havel made an interesting request - he wanted Lou Reed to perform. Turns out, Havel had a special connection to the famous musician’s tunes: #DCHistory @WhiteHouseHstry https://t.co/n7R1tyH1tA Durin…
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There is still time to register for John Hessler's talk today at 3pm on mapping the complex electoral makeup of the U.S. from 1812 to the present. Register to watch in-person or virtually here: https://t.co/9FFMBHCID4 https://t.co/GsD1yMSjmd There is still time to register fo…
— Kenneth Samson (@PangurBanC) Oct 27, 2022
"Priest Frees Mt. Rainier Boy Reported Held in Devil's Grip" read the Washington Post headline on Aug. 20, 1949. William Peter Blatty, who wrote the screenplay and the novel, reportedly heard about it during his time at Georgetown: https://t.co/Y9bfr63oCx #TheExorcist "Pries…
— Kenneth Samson (@PangurBanC) Oct 27, 2022
Did you know that "The Exorcist" was inspired by a real case of purported demonic possession that took place in Prince George's County, MD in 1949? https://t.co/7NRS6a9jUL Did you know that "The Exorcist" was inspired by a real case of purported demonic possession that took …
— Kenneth Samson (@PangurBanC) Oct 27, 2022
#HappyBirthday Teddy Roosevelt! 🎊 Today we celebrate the former President who was known for his vibrant personality - something two artists had a difficult time capturing in a single portrait! https://t.co/IiG8hGiYy6 #HappyBirthday Teddy Roosevelt! 🎊 Today we celebrate t…
— Kenneth Samson (@PangurBanC) Oct 27, 2022