Potomac River Collection (page 5)

POTOMAC FLOOD, c1915. Ice on the Potomac River after a flood. Photograph, c1915

POTOMAC FLOOD, c1915. The flood of the Potomac River in Georgetown, Washington D.C. Photograph, c1915

POTOMAC FLOOD, c1915. Flood refugees with their possessions after the Potomac River flood. Photograph, c1915

FLOOD, c1915. Boats and debris stuck in the ice of the Potomac River after a flood. Photograph, c1915

CIVIL WAR: POTOMAC, 1861. Colonel George Henry Thomass brigade crossing the Potomac River at Williamsport, Maryland, during the Civil War, 1861. Contemporary American wood engraving

CIVIL WAR: HARPERs FERRY. Destruction of the railroad bridge over the Potomac, at Harpers Ferry, Virginia, by Confederate forces on 15 June 1861. Contemporary American wood engraving

CIVIL WAR: GETTYSBURG, 1863. Retreat of the Confederate Army over the Potomac River near Williamsport, Maryland. Painting by Edwin Forbes, between 1865 and 1895

MAP: VIRGINIA, 1862. Map of the theatre of the war in Virginia. Engraving, 1862

U. S. CAPITOL, 1872. The United States Capitol, dominating Washington D
U.S.CAPITOL, 1872. The United States Capitol, dominating Washington D.C. seen from Arlington Heights, Virginia, across the Potomac River. Steel engraving, American, 1872

Maryland, Potomac State Forest, North Fork, River flowing through forest in autumn

Launch of Samuel Pierpont Langleys monoplane from a specially constructed houseboat on the Potomac River in Quantico
FLYING MACHINE, 1903. Launch of Samuel Pierpont Langleys monoplane from a specially constructed houseboat on the Potomac River in Quantico, Virginia, 1903

Birds eye view of Washington, D. C. The Capitols new dome is depicted as being finished
WASHINGTON, D.C. 1862. Birds eye view of Washington, D.C. The Capitols new dome is depicted as being finished. Steel engraving, American, 1862

Andrew Ellicotts engraved map of 1792, based on Pierre Charles L Enfants manuscript plan
WASHINGTON, DC, PLAN, 1792. Andrew Ellicotts engraved map of 1792, based on Pierre Charles L Enfants manuscript plan, which was adopted by Congress as the final plan for the Federal City of Washington

Andrew Ellicotts engraved map of 1792, based on Pierre Charles L Enfants manuscript plan
WASHINGTON, D.C. PLAN, 1792. Andrew Ellicotts engraved map of 1792, based on Pierre Charles L Enfants manuscript plan, which was adopted by Congress as the final plan for the Federal City of

Washington Monument, Washington, D. C. Postcard. 1902, Washington Monument, Washington, D. C. Postcard
Washington Monument, Washington, D.C. Postcard. 1902, Washington Monument, Washington, D.C. Postcard

Birds Eye View Of George Washingtons Mount Vernon Estate, With House In Upper Right And Tomb In Lower Left; Potomac River Is Visible In Lower Right By

East Potomac Park, Washington, DC

Home of George Washington on the Potomac River in Virginia. Steel engraving, 19th century
MOUNT VERNON. Home of George Washington on the Potomac River in Virginia. Steel engraving, 19th century

Mount Vernon, Fairfax County, Virginia, the residence and place of burial of George Washington
MOUNT VERNON, 1839. Mount Vernon, Fairfax County, Virginia, the residence and place of burial of George Washington. Steel engraving, 1839, after William Henry Bartlett

The arrest of Charles J. Guiteau after he shot President James A. Garfield
GARFIELD ASSASSINATION. The arrest of Charles J. Guiteau after he shot President James A. Garfield (shown supported by Secretary of State James G)

Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington on the Potomac River in Virginia. Engraving, early 19th century
MOUNT VERNON. Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington on the Potomac River in Virginia. Engraving, early 19th century

Mount Vernon, 1798
MOUNT VERNON, 1798. View of Mount Vernon Virginia, the home of George Washington. English etching and engraving, 1798

Mount Vernon
MOUNT VERNON. Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington on the Potomac River in Virginia. Wood engraving, 19th century

CIVIL WAR: CHAIN BRIDGE. Union soldiers on the Chain Bridge over the Potomac River in Washington, D. C
CIVIL WAR: CHAIN BRIDGE. Union soldiers on the Chain Bridge over the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. Photograph by William Morris Smith, 1865

CIVIL WAR: POTOMAC BRIDGE. Chain bridge across the Potomac River above Georgetown, looking toward the Virginia shore. Wood engraving, 1861

CIVIL WAR: POTOMAC BRIDGE. The long bridge over the Potomac River at Washington, D. C. guarded by Union artillery
CIVIL WAR: POTOMAC BRIDGE. The long bridge over the Potomac River at Washington, D.C. guarded by Union artillery. Wood engraving, English, 1861

CIVIL WAR: PICKET, 1861. A Union soldier on picket duty by the Potomac River opposite Confederate batteries. Wood engraving, 1861

WASHINGTON, D. C. 1861. Birds eye view of Washington, D. C. and the Capitol building with the unfinished new dome
WASHINGTON, D.C. 1861. Birds eye view of Washington, D.C. and the Capitol building with the unfinished new dome. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

DANIEL EDGAR SICKLES (1825-1914). American politician and soldier. General Sickles conferring with staff in the Potomac River. Wood engraving, English, 1861

CIVIL WAR: POTOMAC RIVER. Union Navy boat crew of the Potomac Fleet trapped by Confederate forces on the Potomac River, 1861. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

MOUNT VERNON, 1798. View of Mount Vernon, Virginia, the home of George Washington on the Potomac River. Wood engraving, English, 1798

WASHINGTON: BIRTHPLACE. View of the Potomac River from Wakefield in Westmoreland County, Virginia, where George Washington was born. Line engraving from George Washington by Woodrow Wilson, 1897

WASHINGTON, D. C. 1861. Birds eye view of Washington, D. C. and the Capitol building with the unfinished new dome
WASHINGTON, D.C. 1861. Birds eye view of Washington, D.C. and the Capitol building with the unfinished new dome. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 1801. Plan of the District of Columbia, including the cities of Washington, Georgetown and Alexandria, according to the Organic Act of 1801. Wood engraving, 1886

WASHINGTON, D. C. 1840. View of Washington, D. C. Wood engraving, American, 1840
WASHINGTON, D.C. 1840. View of Washington, D.C. Wood engraving, American, 1840

POTOMAC RIVER. View of the Potomac River above Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Wood engraving by Granville Perkins, late 19th century

WV: PETERSBURG GAP. View of Petersburg Gap, West Virginia. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century

DUCK HUNTING, 1850. Wild duck shooting on the Potomac. Wood engraving, English, 1850

HARPERs FERRY. View of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century

WASHINGTON, D. C. 1848. The Anacostia and Potomac Rivers. The Navy Yard is on the right and, in the distance
WASHINGTON, D.C. 1848. The Anacostia and Potomac Rivers. The Navy Yard is on the right and, in the distance, Washington, D.C. with the Capitol. Wood engraving, American, 1848

MOUNT VERNON. Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington on the Potomac River in Virginia. Steel engraving, 19th century

HARPERs FERRY, 1861. View of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Wood engraving, English, 1861

RAILROAD BRIDGE, c1853. Viaduct of the Baltimore and Washington Railroad. Wood engraving, American, c1853

RAILROAD BRIDGE, c1855. Viaduct of the Baltimore and Washington Railroad. Steel engraving, American, c1855

RAILROAD BRIDGE, 1838. Viaduct of the Baltimore and Washington Railroad. Steel engraving, 1838, after a drawing by William Henry Bartlett (1809-1854)

WHITE HOUSE, 1839. View of the White House from the Potomac River. Steel engraving, 1839, after William Henry Bartlett

HARPERs FERRY. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

WASHINGTON BURNING, 1814. The taking of the city of Washington D. C. by the British forces on 24 August 1814
WASHINGTON BURNING, 1814. The taking of the city of Washington D.C. by the British forces on 24 August 1814. Wood engraving, English, 1814

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The Potomac River: A Historic Waterway Connecting Nations and Generations Flowing gracefully beneath the iconic Key Bridge, the Potomac River weaves its way through the heart of Washington DC, serving as a silent witness to centuries of history. From its humble beginnings at Georgetown University to its majestic presence on Roosevelt Island, this mighty river has played an integral role in shaping the landscape and identity of our nation's capital. As early as 1793, when Pierre Charles L'Enfant designed the Plan of Washington DC, he recognized the significance of the Potomac River in his vision for a grand city. Fast forward to 1880, where a bird's-eye view captured from its banks showcases a bustling metropolis emerging before our eyes. Virginia and Maryland settlers first laid claim to these fertile lands along the Potomac in 1738. Little did they know that their actions would set in motion events that would forever shape American history. During the Civil War, this historic waterway witnessed both triumphs and tragedies as it flowed past battlefields and encampments. Today, visitors can admire breathtaking views from iconic landmarks such as the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument while standing on its shores. The flooding that occurred in March 1936 serves as a reminder of nature's power but also highlights humanity's resilience. Memorial Bridge stands proudly across this great river - an architectural marvel connecting Virginia with Washington DC since ca. 1943 - symbolizing unity between states divided by waters once traversed by pontoon bridges during times of war. Venturing beyond urban landscapes reveals another side to this natural wonder; kayakers navigate thrilling rapids at Great Falls while witnessing firsthand how time has shaped these ancient rock formations. Further upstream lies Harpers Ferry where two rivers converge - Shenandoah meeting Potomac - mirroring America's own journey towards unity after years of conflict.