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
I am always on the lookout for unusual occurrences here on the Hill, and especially at the Capitol. And shootings definitely count. Even attempted shootings. This particular event was also the very first of a woefully long list— attempted assassinations of US Presidents. It took place on January 30, 1835, a cold and damp day. […]
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 […]
I have often wondered about the history of the building with the inscription “German-American Bldg. Assn.” over the door. It is located at the northeast corner of 3rd Street SE and Independence Avenue. This weekend, I finally got around to doing the research. Building associations were 19th century cooperative structures to help people build houses. […]