Historical Marker

Mediterranean Imports

Historical marker location:
1338 G Street Northeast, Atlas District, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of Maryland Avenue Northeast and G Street Northeast, on the right when traveling west on Maryland Avenue Northeast.)
Marker installed: 2012

Hub, Home, Heart. Greater H Street NE Heritage Trail.

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.
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