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National Geographic Society
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The National Geographic Society (NGS), headquartered in Washington, D.C., United States, is one of the largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations in the world.
A dancer of the cafes, Algeria, 1917 photograph from National Geographic Magazine
A dancer of the cafes, Algeria, 1917 photograph from National Geographic Magazine
A notable gathering on the steps of Hubbard Hall, 1909
A notable gathering on the steps of Hubbard Hall, 1909
National Geographic Society's Administration Building in Washington, D.C.
National Geographic Society's Administration Building in Washington, D.C.
Anne Morrow Lindbergh's customized medal detailing her flight route
Anne Morrow Lindbergh's customized medal detailing her flight route
Washington, D.C.
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Washington, D.C., formally the District of Columbia and commonly called Washington or D.C., is the capital city and federal district of the United States. The city is on the Potomac River, across from Virginia, and shares land borders with Maryland to its north and east. Washington, D.C., was named for George Washington, a Founding Father and the first president of the United States. The district is named for Columbia, the female personification of the nation.
Image: National Mall, Lincoln Memorial 04448v
Image: National Mall, Lincoln Memorial 04448v
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Image: 12 07 13 washington by Ralf R 08
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Image: Washington National Cathedral Highsmith 15393v
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Image: 12 07 12 wikimania wdc by Ralf R 010