Robert Pohl

Robert Pohl worked for many years as a computer programmer but recovered from that and became a full time stay-at-home dad. With his son now in school, he has expanded his horizons and become a self-taught historian. He has written books about his house as well as Emancipation in the District of Columbia. You can reach Robert at Robert[at]thehillishome.com

Robert Pohl
10 May 2026

News:

From the MPD Blotter

Arrests and other crime information in the area, directly from MPD. If you have a tip, you can always call 202-727-9099. You can also send info anonymously to the TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411. Crime Solvers of Washington, DC currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and indictment […]


03 May 2026

News:

From the MPD Blotter

Arrests and other crime information in the area, directly from MPD. If you have a tip, you can always call 202-727-9099. You can also send info anonymously to the TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411. Crime Solvers of Washington, DC currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and indictment […]


27 Apr 2026

History:

Then and Now: The Caldwell House

A house built in 1809 and surviving the Burning of Washington due to the quick thinking of a neighbor should, by all rights, still be standing and a National Historic Landmark. Instead, it got torn down in 1933 to build the Adams building of the Library of Congress. A sad end to a house with […]


26 Apr 2026

News:

From the MPD Blotter

Arrests and other crime information in the area, directly from MPD. If you have a tip, you can always call 202-727-9099. You can also send info anonymously to the TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411. Crime Solvers of Washington, DC currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and indictment […]


20 Apr 2026

History:

Then and Now: The Anacostia Engine House

Fire houses have been an important part of Capitol Hill since the earliest days. Especially before the implementation of rules ensuring that buildings were fire safe, the need for a quick reaction when a fire broke out was paramount. One of the fire houses was the Anacostia Engine House, built between the Marine Barracks and […]


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