The oldest building in the yard, this elegant mansion, completed in 1805, was the home of commandants of the navy yard and the First Naval District. It served as both a private home and a place for official entertainment. Dinners and receptions for dignitaries included 19th century galas for two presidents, emphasizing the high social status of the commandant.
Friday, April 21, 2006
The Commandant of the 1st Naval District House.
The oldest building in the yard, this elegant mansion, completed in 1805, was the home of commandants of the navy yard and the First Naval District. It served as both a private home and a place for official entertainment. Dinners and receptions for dignitaries included 19th century galas for two presidents, emphasizing the high social status of the commandant.
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