Reclaiming Forgotten Voices of Armory Square Hospital

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Fee:

Free.

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Location:

Meet at the statue of Joseph Henry (1000 Jefferson Dr., SW)

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Dates & Times

Date:

Friday, October 11, 2024

Time:

2:00 PM

Duration:

2 hours

Type of Event

Walk

Tour Distance: .5 miles

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Description

The most famous Civil War hospital in Washington, D.C. once stood on the National Mall. In the span of three years, Armory Square cared for more than 13,000 patients, with 1,388 recorded dead. Today the story of Armory Square General Hospital (1862-1865) is all but forgotten. Become part of history, by joining a free two-hour walking-tour that will explore some of the forgotten voices and stories from Armory Square General Hospital.

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Reservation or Registration: No

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Contact Information

Ranger Eric Pominville
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