Mr. Lincolns Ride
Historical marker location:
Petworth, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of Georgia Avenue Northwest (U.S. 29) and Rock Creek Church Road Northwest, on the right when traveling south on Georgia Avenue Northwest.)
Marker installed: 2011
Lift Every Voice Georgia Avenue. Georgia Ave./Pleasant Plains Heritage Trail
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The District was the site of a major flood in 1889: On June 4, 1889, a massive flood swept through the city, causing extensive damage and killing more than 20 people. The flood was caused by heavy rainfall and a failure of the city's sewer system.