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57 Years, 177 Days and Counting: John Dingell Jr. Makes History
A Michigan congressman has become America’s longest-serving member of Congress.
Arlington National Cemetery: 8 Surprising Facts
Explore eight surprising facts about Arlington National Cemetery, which has been the focal point of national Memorial Day commemorations since 1868.
The Drama Behind 100 Years of Washington’s Cherry Blossoms
Beginning today, this year’s National Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates the 100th anniversary of the planting of Japanese cherry trees in Washington, D.C.
A History of White House Attacks
Last week’s White House shooting wasn’t the first time the executive mansion has come under fire.
Arlington Oak, Which Shaded JFK’s Grave, Fell Victim to Hurricane
The historic tree, located in Arlington National Cemetery, was uprooted last weekend by Hurricane Irene.
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Opens in Washington, D.C.: Photos
Check out images of the Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial, which was unveiled this week on the National Mall.
