Darryl J. Madden

Proud Dad; #FEMA alumni; Chair, DC Waterways Comm / RTs are mine

[Darryl J. Madden @MaddComms]

It is an honor and privilege to serve: Darryl Madden Joins The District of Columbia District Waterways Advisory Commission https://t.co/6CXiLKJBDo via @HSToday

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@history_dame Looks like P-51D mustang nose. So thinking that's a Merlin engine turning the blades.

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Dulaney Class of ‘81 here. Commander, you make us proud!

[Baltimore County @BaltCoGov]

When @astro_reid was a senior at Dulaney High School, the caption under his yearbook photo began with the words “FUTURE PLANS: Fly high.”

Tonight, he’s commanding NASA’s Artemis II—the first crewed mission to fly around the moon in over 50 years.

We’re so proud to be cheering him and his crew on from Baltimore County. We know @BaltCoPS is especially proud! 🚀🌓

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@history_dame Mt Vernon?

[The National Mall @TheNationalMall]

Cheering on the astronauts and crew of Artemis II from America’s Front Yard. Out of this world!
🚀🇺🇸🏛️🌳🌕

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@history_dame Looks like Middleburg area

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Storm prep completed hatches secured. Water @TheWharfDC is getting angry. Stay safe @capitalweather

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RT @DOEE_DC: We’d love for you to join us tomorrow.
@dcwater is hosting a community meeting on the Potomac Interceptor response to share wh…

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@Riz23 @Super70sSports Hahaha not the last

[History Dame @history_dame]

Presidents’ Day: A reminder that leadership is tested in crisis, judged by history, and remembered in stone.

Some were celebrated. Some were challenged. Some failed. But all shaped the American story.

Here are more photos from the Presidents’ Heads.

Explore more photos and my video at: https://t.co/LGpmxjZOUb

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@history_dame 😂😂😂😂😂

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#ARCTIC #moonrise #DMV & beyond out on the farm @capitalweather feels like 10°

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An amazing man in an amazing time.

[ArchaeoHistories @histories_arch]

In 1783, King George III asked an American painter what George Washington would do now that he had virtually won the war. The painter replied that the General intended to return to his farm in Virginia. The King was stunned. He reportedly said, "If he does that, he will be the greatest man in the world."

Throughout history, victorious generals almost always seized the throne. From Caesar to Cromwell, military success usually meant political dictatorship. The concept of voluntarily walking away from absolute power was practically unheard of. But George Washington wasn't like other men.

By December 4, 1783, the British surrender at Yorktown was past, and peace was finally assured. Washington commanded a powerful, seasoned army that adored him. Conversely, many of his officers were unpaid and angry at the inefficient Congress. They had the guns, the manpower, and the loyalty to install a new monarch. He could have been King George I of America.

Instead, on this day in history, Washington walked into the Long Room at Fraunces Tavern in lower Manhattan. The room was filled with his most loyal officers—men like Henry Knox and Baron von Steuben—who had frozen with him at Valley Forge and bled with him for eight long years.

The atmosphere wasn't celebratory. It was heavy with inevitable separation. Washington, usually stoic and commercially reserved, poured a glass of wine and looked at his brothers-in-arms with visible emotion. "With a heart full of love and gratitude, I now take leave of you," he said, his voice shaking. "I most devoutly wish that your latter days may be as prosperous and happy as your former ones have been glorious and honorable." He didn't order them. He didn't demand their allegiance. He hugged them.

One by one, the hardened soldiers wept openly. Washington embraced each man in silence. There was no pomp, no ceremony, and no speeches about future conquests. It was just a quiet goodbye between warriors who had done the impossible. Immediately after leaving the tavern, Washington didn't march on Congress to demand payment or power. He rode to Annapolis, Maryland, resigned his commission, and went home to Mount Vernon to plant crops.

He did the impossible.
He refused the crown.
He trusted the people.

By stepping down, he ensured that the United States would be a republic ruled by laws, not a kingdom ruled by force. He proved that the military serves the people, not the other way around. It was the final, and perhaps greatest, victory of the Revolution.
The world watched in awe as the American Cincinnatus returned his sword to its sheath, proving that character is the strongest constitution of all."

#archaeohistories

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It’s a #DC thing. @capitalweather #Snowstorm2026

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@history_dame Keep up the great content. And here’s to another run around the Sun 🌞

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@history_dame Ahhhhh the return of the F4U Corsair, love that gull wing

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@history_dame 🙏🏽

[Today in History @TodayinHistory]

January 1, 1776: General George Washington hoisted the first United States flag at Prospect Hill.

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@history_dame The F4U Corsair, despite its reputation as an ensign killer. Just love that gullwing design.

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After a tough year and several defeats, General George Washington pulled off a bold surprise attack on the morning of December 26, crossing the icy Delaware River in the middle of winter and hitting an unsuspecting Hessian force in Trenton, New Jersey. The Continental Army overwhelmed the garrison and secured its first major American victory of the Revolution.

Here are some fun facts about one of the most epic military moments in U.S. History:

The crossing began on Christmas night around 6 PM on Dec. 25 and continued into the early morning of Dec. 26.

Despite how fun this myth is, there’s no evidence that the Hessian troops were intoxicated.

Most troops crossed in large Durham boats.

The crossing of the Delaware is one of the most enduring examples of American grit, determination, and ingenuity. The time of year adds to the lore!

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@history_dame F-18s. Fly Navy!