Henry Woodhouse purchased 1,500 acres of dairyland in Hybla Valley during the 1920's.
It was his objective to build the largest transatlantic commercial airport in the National Capital Area. There were three runways with the largest being 7.200 feet long as well as moorings for Zeppelins.
Howver, the airport … (8 comments)
historical sites: BEACON FIELD AIRPORT IS NOW BEACON MALL SHOPPING CENTER - 02/19/08 05:55 PM
In all the years we lived in Mount Vernon and shopped at Beacon Mall I wondered where the name originated.
The original 74 acre tract was purchased by an Alexandria businessman in the 18th century. It changed hands over time and became the site of City View, an impressive 19th century estate.
The … (2 comments)
The Christmas ornament at the right is a slate roof section from one of the most historic churches in Northern Virginia.
Old Presbyterian Meeting House on South Fairfax Street in the City of Alexandria was chartered as a Presbyteian congregation in 1772 . The sanctuary you see pictured was built in 1775. … (0 comments)
historical sites: Alexandria - Home of History - 10/26/07 12:30 PM
Alexandria, Virginia is a great place to visit, live and work. With more than 250 years of history, this hometown of George Washington still retains much of the character and charm from its' earlier days as a major port city.
Alexandria boasts citizens who are noted for their strong sense of … (0 comments)
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