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This Week in Alexandria History
Week of April 8 • 6 stories available
April 6, 1924 (102 years ago)
First World Flight: Alva Harvey’s Participation
Alva Harvey, later buried in the Presbyterian Cemetery, participated in the U.S. Army Air Service’s First World Flight, the first aerial circumnavigation of the globe. His legacy as a pioneering aviator endures within Alexandria’s rich historical fabric. ☛Share on Social Media
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Discover the History of the Quaker Burial Ground in Alexandria, Va: from Sacred Space to Modern Landmark
Origins of the Quaker Cemetery The Quaker Burial Ground in Alexandria, VA illustrates the city’s layered history and the lasting influence of the Quaker community, tracing a remarkable transformation from sacred burial…
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Posted: March 19, 2026
Alexandria Revolutionary War Patriots | 162 Buried
162 Revolutionary War patriots are buried in Alexandria, Virginia. These aren't estimates. Every name has been verified by service record, burial...
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