Archive forFebruary, 2014

Roads and Structure

February 26, 2014 | Leave a Comment

Final Project Proposal For my final project I would like to explore the history behind the set up of D.C. The unique non grid like pattern of roads using the diagonals is interesting and I would like to learn more about the architects who drew up the design, the modifications, and execution of the idea. […]

For the final research project, I have found topics pertaining to Washington D.C that are interesting and will be informative to research. First Topic: Architecture Washington architecture not only is some of the most diverse architecture, but calls into play multiple heritages and cultures.The architecture of Washington DC is not uniform and shows great variations. […]

Digitized Primary Sources

February 10, 2014 | 1 Comment

Both sources chosen are primary sources which are portrayed through the digital means of a website. One depicts a collection of maps of D.C (source 1) and the other depicts a chronicling of America with a focus of D.C (source 2). Source 1: The maps depict a variety of information from a general map with […]

Website Reviews

February 3, 2014 | Leave a Comment

Website Review Websites chosen to be reviewed include 100 Years of Parcels, Packages, and Packets Oh My! and 17th Century New England.                 100 Years of Parcels, Packages, and Packets Oh My!  The purpose of the website is to examine 100 years worth of the history of the […]