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Washington during Civil War and Reconstruction
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Harrison, Robert |
"Robert Harrison provides new insight into grass-roots Reconstruction after the Civil War and into the lives of those of those most deeply affected, the newly emancipated African Americans"--
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Cherry blossoms say spring
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Jill Esbaum |
Looks at the life cycle of a cherry tree, the history behind the gift of the Japanese cherry trees to our nation's capital, and the association of cherry trees and spring. |
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Washington, D.C
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Laura Lee Benson |
Describes a class tour of Washington, D.C., and provides information about museums, monuments, government buildings, and cultural sites in a scrapbook format. Includes a historical timeline. |
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DC sports
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David Kenneth Wiggins,Chris Elzey |
Washington, DC, is best known for its politics and monuments, but sport has always been an integral part of the city, and Washingtonians are among the country's most avid sports fans. DC Sports gathe… |
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The burning of Washington
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Mary Kay Phelan |
Examines the events preceding, during, and after the British campaign to capture Washington, D.C., during the War of 1812. |
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The Washington Monument
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Frederic Gilmore |
Describes the history of the Washington Monument, how it was built, and what it represents. |
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