Grant Circle was named in honor of Ulysses S. Grant

Historical marker location:

Petworth, District of Columbia

( Marker can be reached from the intersection of Grant Circle Northwest and 5th Street Northwest, on the left when traveling east.)

(1822-1885)

The District was the site of one of the first major race riots in U.S. history: The Washington, D.C. race riot of 1919 was sparked by tensions between white and black residents and lasted for several days. It resulted in 15 deaths and over 100 injuries.