Rediscovering Arlington’s Civil War History
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Entries by Peter Vaselopulos
Columbia Pike
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History of Arlington’s Government
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Community Gathering in Crystal City Underground
I used to attend Friday board game nights at the Landing in the Crystal City underground starting in 2014. There was a large seating area with space for around 100 people, and it was often full from the board game nights and other people who met there. It was a great centrally located place with free parking, an indoor connection to the Crystal City Metro station, and a variety of food options indoors.
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The Arlington Way
The term “Arlington Way” is commonly used to describe the county’s non-partisan, cooperative political culture. Its history is rooted in the 1930s and 1940s, when Arlington’s local politics shifted away from partisan battles to a non-partisan system, fostering a collaborative and consensus-driven approach to governance that continues today.
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AHS 2025 Annual Banquet
The Arlington Historical Society hosted a SOLD-OUT banquet on the evening of October 14th at the historic Army-Navy Club. The banquet’s theme was “Telling America’s Story.”
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ABC
ABC members pushed for reforms like a county manager form of government, increased transparency, and fairer budgeting. They also promoted civic engagement and encouraged qualified candidates to run for office—often challenging the long-standing political machine.
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Family Tea House
Today Chinese restaurants are very common in Arlington county. But what is considered the “first” Chinese restaurant in Arlington county? Early 1950s newspapers and ads reference a Family Tea House in Cherrydale, established by Jim Wing and his family. Newspapers called the Family Tea House a “landmark” and the first Chinese restaurant in the county.
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Two Flags and One Hero
In the early days of the American Civil War (1861-1865), bravery did not always come from where one expected. Military ranks and West Point training did not always guarantee valor and prowess on the field of battle.
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Sketching the Civil War
During the Civil War (1861-1865) tens of thousands of Federal troops passed through Arlington. Many captured their experiences by writing letters home. But a few were accomplished artists, and their sketches and drawings provide a more detailed account of their lives as soldiers.
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