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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM23BT_yates-building_Washington-DC.html
This building was originally constructed in 1881 for use by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. In an effort to fireproof the building and protect it contents, only stone, brick and metal materials were used in its construction. By 1907 the Bu…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1TYY_escape-across-the-potomac-historical_Washington-DC.html
As war with Britain wore on, some U.S. military leaders believed the nation's capital, with its inland location and military defenses, was safe. So Washingtonians were cruelly surprised when the British invaded on August 24, 1814. As the enemy bur…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1NN9_the-1912-cherry-tree-plantings_Washington-DC.html
Historic Trees. You are standing near two of the most important cherry trees in Washington, D.C. These Yoshino Cherries (Prunus x yedoensis) are among the 3,700 trees of various species that grow in East and West Potomac Park and on the Washington…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1G7X_district-of-columbia-world-war-memorial_Washington-DC.html
[Panel 1: northeast corner wayside.]
"This monument stands for men who fought not alone for their country, but to establish the principles of justice and peace. We pay tribute here to their valor. We honor them for their sacrifice."
Pre…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM115H_the-first-japanese-cherry-trees_Washington-DC.html
The first Japanese Cherry Trees, presented to the City of Washington as a gesture of friendship and good will by the City of Tokyo, were planted on this site, March 27, 1912.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMQP8_raoul-wallenberg-place_Washington-DC.html
"Raoul Wallenberg's mission of mercy on behalf of the United States behind enemy lines during World War II is unprececented in the history of mankind. He is responsible for saving tens of thousands of lives during the Holocaust. A shining light in…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMPZ7_jefferson-pier_Washington-DC.html
Position of Jefferson Pier, erected Dec. 18, 1804Recovered and re-erectedDec. 2, 1889. . .District of Columbia
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM5QO_district-of-columbia-world-war-memorial_Washington-DC.html
[PANEL 1, northeast corner wayside.]"This monument stands for men who fought not alone for their country, but to establish the principles of justice and peace. We pay tribute here to their valor. We honor them for their sacrifice." President He…