Potomac Collection

Key Bridge Potomac River Georgetown University Washington DC from Roosevelt Island
Key Bridge, Potomac River, Georgetown University, Washington DC. from Roosevelt Island. Completed in 1923 this is the oldest bridge in, Washington DC

Korean War Veterans Memorial (1995). Washington D. C. United
Korean War Veterans Memorial (1995). Group of 19 stainless steel sculptures, by Frank Gaylord, representing a squad patrol. Detail. West Potomac Park. National Mall. Washington D.C. United States

Washington - Japanese Cherry Blossoms - Potomac Park
Washington DC, USA - Japanese Cherry Blossoms - Potomac Park, Riverside Drive. Date: 1920

Battle of Fredericksburg--the Army o. t. Potomac crossing the
Battle of Fredericksburg--the Army o.t. Potomac crossing the Rappahannock in the morning of Dec. 13 1862, under t. comd. of Gens Burnside, Sumner, Hooker & Franklin. Date c1888

Harpers Ferry, Wv
This is where the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers merge, in the Blue Mountain region of West Virginia. In 1859 it will be the scene of John Browns ill-fated raid

Washington DC, USA - Great Falls, Potomac River. How fortunate for the rainbow to have appeared just as the picture was taken.... Date: 1920

American Civil War 1861-1865: Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, 11-15 December 1862
528388 American Civil War 1861-1865: Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, 11-15 December 1862. Army of the Potomac (Union) under Burnside crossing the Rappahannock, 13 December

La Mission Joffre-Viviani en Amerique; Au fond, le yacht presidentiel Mayflower remote... 1917. Creator: Unknown
La Mission Joffre-Viviani en Amerique; Au fond, le yacht presidentiel Mayflower remote le Potomac, transportant a Washington les membres de la mission, 1917

On the Potomac, 1850. Creator: William Louis Sonntag
On the Potomac, 1850

Autumn Morning on the Potomac, c1860s. Creator: William Louis Sonntag
Autumn Morning on the Potomac, c1860s

Old mill on the Potomac River, Maryland, c1899. Creator: William H. Jackson
Old mill on the Potomac River, Maryland, c1899

Guns bound for the testing grounds, Washington, D.C. between 1900 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Guns bound for the testing grounds, Washington, D.C. between 1900 and 1920

Down the Potomac from Mt. Vernon, c.between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Unknown
Down the Potomac from Mt. Vernon, c.between 1910 and 1920

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal - Canal Boat, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Chesapeake & Ohio Canal - Canal Boat, 1917
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal - Canal Boat, 1917. The C&O Canal operated from 1831 until 1924 along the Potomac River between Washington, D.C. and Cumberland, Maryland

Richardson Tandem Biplane Hydroplane Taking Off On Potomac, April, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Richardson Tandem Biplane Hydroplane Taking Off On Potomac, April, 1916

Steamer "Charles Macalester" On The Potomac River, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Steamer "Charles Macalester" On The Potomac River, 1917 or 1918. Paddle steamer that took passengers from Washington DC to Mount Vernon, home of George Washington

Experimental Tandem Biplane On Potomac Embodying Langley Principles, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Experimental Tandem Biplane On Potomac Embodying Langley Principles, 1917. Related to Samuel Pierpont Langley, Secretary, Smithsonian Institute

Experimental Tandem Biplane On Potomac Embodying Langley Principles, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Experimental Tandem Biplane On Potomac Embodying Langley Principles, 1917. Related to Samuel Pierpont Langley, Secretary, Smithsonian Institute

Experimental Tandem Biplane On Potomac Embodying Langley Principles, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Experimental Tandem Biplane On Potomac Embodying Langley Principles, 1917. Related to Samuel Pierpont Langley, Secretary, Smithsonian Institute

Georgetown waterfront, Washington, D.C. between 1913 and 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Georgetown waterfront, Washington, D.C. between 1913 and 1917. G.W. Cissel Co Flour Mills, Arlington Mills

'The American Fisheries Question; Shad Fisheries on the Potomac, 1890. Creator: H.W Elliot
The American Fisheries Question; Shad Fisheries on the Potomac, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Potomac Park Concert, between 1909 and 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Potomac Park Concert, between 1909 and 1914
Potomac Park Concert, between 1909 and 1914

Potomac River from below Alexandria, Virginia, c1895. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Potomac River from below Alexandria, Virginia, c1895

Potomac River, c1898. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Potomac River, c1898. Photograph shows reeds in the Potomac River

Washington Barracks, between 1913 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Washington Barracks, between 1913 and 1918
Washington Barracks, between 1913 and 1918

Ships on Potomac River: Three Rivers, left, and Northland, right... between 1916 and 1918. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Ships on Potomac River: Three Rivers, left, and Northland, right; U. S. Capitol dome visible in distance

Falls of the Potomac, 1800-1810. Creator: William Russell Birch
Falls of the Potomac, 1800-1810

American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917

American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917

American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917

American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917

American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917

American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917

American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917

American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
American University Training Camp - Engineers From Training Camp On Potomac, 1917

Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson, U.S.Navy, Testing Seaplane On Potomac, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson, U.S.Navy, Testing Seaplane On Potomac, 1911. [Ellyson was the first United States Navy officer designated as an aviator ('Naval Aviator No)

Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson, U.S.Navy, Testing Seaplane On Potomac, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson, U.S.Navy, Testing Seaplane On Potomac, 1911. [Ellyson was the first United States Navy officer designated as an aviator ('Naval Aviator No)

Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson, U.S.Navy, Testing Seaplane On Potomac, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson, U.S.Navy, Testing Seaplane On Potomac, 1911. [Ellyson was the first United States Navy officer designated as an aviator ('Naval Aviator No)

Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson, U.S.Navy, Testing Seaplane On Potomac, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson, U.S.Navy, Testing Seaplane On Potomac, 1911. [Ellyson was the first United States Navy officer designated as an aviator ('Naval Aviator No)

Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson, U.S.Navy, Testing Seaplane On Potomac, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Lieutenant Theodore G. Ellyson, U.S.Navy, Testing Seaplane On Potomac, 1911. [Ellyson was the first United States Navy officer designated as an aviator ('Naval Aviator No)

Wild Duck Shooting on the Potomac, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Wild Duck Shooting on the Potomac, 1850. American invention for duck-shooting:..one device attracted my notice especially [and] succeeds admirably

The Civil War in America: scene of operations in eastern Virginia, showing M'Clellan's... 1862
The Civil War in America: scene of operations in eastern Virginia, showing M'Clellan's present position, 1862. Map of...an area of about 20, 000 square miles

The War in America: a night alarm in the Federal camp - signalling from the right bank... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The War in America: a night alarm in the Federal camp - signalling from the right bank of the Potomac to head-quarters at Washington, from a sketch by our special artist, 1862

Washington, D.C. Columns at Thomas Jefferson Memorial
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Washington, D.C. Thomas Jefferson Memorial, close-up of monument
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Washington, D.C. Wall at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial During Springtime

Washington, D.C. Closeup of Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial

Washington, D.C. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial During Springtime

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Discover the beauty and history along the majestic Potomac River, as it winds its way through iconic landmarks in Washington DC. From the towering Key Bridge connecting Virginia to Georgetown University's picturesque campus, this river holds countless stories within its currents. Take a moment of reflection at the Korean War Veterans Memorial, built in 1995 to honor those who served their country with valor. As spring arrives, witness nature's breathtaking spectacle with a stroll through Washington's Japanese Cherry Blossoms in Potomac Park. Travel back in time to the Battle of Fredericksburg, where you can imagine the Army of the Potomac crossing these very waters during a pivotal moment in American history. Explore Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, where the Potomac meets the Shenandoah River amidst stunning scenery that has captivated visitors for centuries. For adventure seekers and nature lovers alike, Great Falls on the Potomac River offers exhilarating views and cascading waterfalls that will leave you awe-inspired. Whether capturing long exposure shots or simply immersing yourself in its power and tranquility, this natural wonder is not to be missed. Crossing over Memorial Bridge from Virginia into Washington DC provides an enchanting perspective of both sides of this historic river. Imagine standing there ca. 1943 when it was captured by an unknown photographer - witnessing timeless scenes unfold before your eyes. The Potomac River weaves together tales of triumphs and challenges throughout American history while offering endless opportunities for exploration and appreciation today.