To Count So High (Beacon), 2017
Historical marker location:
7125 Georgia Avenue Northwest, Brightwood, District of Columbia
( Memorial is on Georgia Avenue Northwest (U.S. 29) south of Elder Street Northwest, on the right when traveling south.)
Marker installed: 2017
Tommy Bobo. Custom software, LED light bulbs, and existing light posts
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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.