Historical Marker

Mildred Belle

Historical marker location:
1492 4th Street Southeast, Navy Yard, District of Columbia
( Marker is at the intersection of Anacostia Riverwalk Trail and 4th Street Southeast on Anacostia Riverwalk Trail.)

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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