Historical Marker

The 25th New York Cavalry

Historical marker location:
6625 Georgia Ave NW, Takoma, District of Columbia
( Memorial is on Georgia Avenue Northwst (U.S. 29) north of Van Buren Street Northwest, on the right when traveling north.)

The District was originally called "Federal City": The name "Washington, D.C." was not officially adopted until the late 19th century. Before that, the city was referred to as "Federal City" or simply "Washington."
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