Description: Griffith Stadium, Home of the Washington, Senators (1903-1961), Washington, D.C. THIS SCENE: Washington Senators Fans on Ramp Leaving Griffith Stadium after a Baseball Game Griffith Stadium stood in Washington, D.C., from 1911 to 1965, between Georgia Avenue and 5th Street (left field), and between W Street and Florida Avenue NW.The site was once home to a wooden baseball park. Built in 1891, it was called Boundary Field, or National Park after the team that played there: the Washington Senators/Nationals. It was destroyed by a fire in 1911.It was replaced by a steel and concrete structure, at first called National Park and then American League Park; it was renamed for Washington Senators owner Clark Griffith in 1923. The stadium was home to the American League Senators from 1911 through 1960, and to an expansion team of the same name for their first season in 1961.The venue hosted the All-Star Game in 1937 and 1956 and World Series games in 1924, 1925, and 1933. It served as home for the Negro league Homestead Grays during the 1940s, when it hosted the 1943 and 1944 Negro World Series. It was home to the Washington Redskins of the National Football League for 24 seasons, from the time they transferred from Boston in 1937 through the 1960 season.The ballpark was demolished in 1965; the site is now occupied by Howard University Hospital. FREE SHIPPING anywhere in the United States. Shipping Worldwide is $1.65 for up to five (5) postcards. "I strive to deliver 5-star customer service" PLEASE view pictures of this item in upper left for condition and for any flaws or concerns that may exist. Please contact me before you bid if you have any questions. This wonderful postcard is a great addition to any collection. Postcard measures 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches. PLEASE read carefully the description, conditions, and cost BEFORE you bid. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me. Thank you for your interest. Your bid is an acceptance of the above terms and conditions. Good Luck and Thank You for your interest.
Price: 5.99 USD
Location: Dayton, Ohio
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Continent: North America
Theme: Sports Stadium/Park
Region: District of Columbia
Country: USA
Type: Printed (Lithograph)
Features: Griffith Stadium
Year Manufactured: 1993
Subject: Home of the Washington Senators (1903-1961)
Postage Condition: Unposted
Postcard Measurement: 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches
Occasion: Washington, Senators Baseball
City: Washington, D.C.
Note: See Description Below
Postcard Theme: Major League Baseball
Unit of Sale: Set
This Scene: Fans on Ramp Leaving Griffith Stadium after Game
Photographer: Washington Post
Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present)
Brand/Publisher: Vic Pallos, Glendale, California
Location: Georgia Ave and 5th St. - W St. and Florida Ave NW
