Capitol guides get new uniforms. Washington, D.C., April 2. U.S. Capitol guides appeared for the first time today in their new uniforms of navy blue. The only ornament on the uniform is the badge o
Snapshots of the Past
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- Historic Framed Print, Shucking" oysters, oyster house, Baltimore, Md., U.S.A.", 17-7/8" x 21-7/8", Image: 16" x 20"
Beautiful historic reproduction print from the Library of Congress collections.
Created c1905 H68650 U.S. Copyright Office.
This rare historical print captures Capitol guides get new uniforms. Washington, D.C., April 2. U.S. Capitol guides appeared for the first time today in their new uniforms of navy blue. The only ornament on the uniform is the badge o in remarkable detail. Sourced directly from the Library of Congress, it represents an authentic piece of documented history.
Library of Congress record: Created 1938 April 2 Title from unverified caption data received with the Harris & Ewing Collection. Gift; Harris & Ewing, Inc. 1955. General information about the Harris & Ewing Collection is available at Capitol guides get new uniforms. Washington, D.C., April 2. U.S. Capitol guides appeared for the first time today in their new uniforms of navy blue. The only ornament on the uniform is the badge of silver. One of the few women guides, Miss Olga Rice, is shown wearing the new outfit as she pilots a party through the famous building, 4/2/38 Glass negatives.
The framed print arrives ready to hang; the unframed option suits custom framing. A conversation-starting piece for home, office, or as a meaningful gift. Free shipping on all US orders (domestic 48 states). Snapshots of the Past, fo