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Pritzker Military Museum & Library Debuts New Exhibit, "The War of 1812: Countering Peril on the High Seas and at Home"

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library is proud to announce its newest exhibit, "The War of 1812: Countering Peril on the High Seas and at Home", which chronicles the conflict from an American perspective primarily through illustrations of figures, battles, and landscapes.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pritzker Military Museum & Library is proud to announce its newest exhibit, "The War of 1812: Countering Peril on the High Seas and at Home", which chronicles the conflict from an American perspective primarily through illustrations of figures, battles, and landscapes.
  • "We are thrilled to bring this intriguing exhibit to the Pritzker Military Museum & Library (PMML).
  • Like our mission, it provides an in-depth look at how the war impacted the times in which citizens and soldiers lived," stated Interim PMML President Roberto Bravo.
  • Info: For more information on "The War of 1812: Countering Peril on the High Seas and at Home," visit the website www.pritzkermilitary.org .

Tom's Watch Bar, the game day headquarters for all sports fans, opens in Washington DC's historic Washington Navy Yard steps from Nationals Ballpark

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Friday, August 25, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom's Watch Bar , dubbed America's super sports bar, brings the ultimate sports-watching experience to the brand's newest location in Washington D.C., located in the historic Washington Navy Yard sports district, steps away from the Washington Nationals Ballpark.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom's Watch Bar , dubbed America's super sports bar, brings the ultimate sports-watching experience to the brand's newest location in Washington D.C., located in the historic Washington Navy Yard sports district, steps away from the Washington Nationals Ballpark.
  • Tom's Watch Bar will open on August 28 at 4 p.m. at 1250 Half St SE, Washington, DC 20003.
  • For Commanders, Nationals, Capitals, Wizards and collegiate sports fans, Tom's Watch Bar in Navy Yard will be the ideal destination for pre- and post-game celebrations, along with Tom's Watch Bar's signature Watch Parties.
  • Tom's Watch Bar Watch Parties also include team mascots, cheerleaders, team paraphernalia, ticket giveaways and the $5/$7/$9 shot menu.

Oxford Capital Group, LLC Announces Long-Term Lease & Management Agreement for The Thompson Washington D.C. With Germany's Union Investment

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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CHICAGO, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oxford Capital Group, LLC announces a new long-term lease of the 225-room, luxury lifestyle hotel Thompson Washington D.C. (221 Tingey Street SE), located in the city's historic Navy Yard with the owner of the property, Germany's Union Investment. Oxford Capital Group's wholly owned affiliate, Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC has taken over management of the hotel. Thompson Washington D.C joins Oxford's rapidly growing national luxury lifestyle-hotel portfolio, which includes Thompson Chicago, Godfrey Hotels in Chicago, Boston, Tampa, Hollywood and Detroit; LondonHouse Hotel Chicago; Le Méridien Essex Chicago; The Versey; The Julian; The Porter Hotel Portland; and many others.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oxford Capital Group, LLC announces a new long-term lease of the 225-room, luxury lifestyle hotel Thompson Washington D.C. (221 Tingey Street SE), located in the city's historic Navy Yard with the owner of the property, Germany's Union Investment.
  • Oxford Capital Group's wholly owned affiliate, Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC has taken over management of the hotel.
  • "The Thompson Washington D.C. has an excellent location, is thoughtfully programmed, and has distinctive architecture and interior design.
  • Brad Mulvihill, Chief Development Officer of Oxford Capital Group, LLC added, "We are confident that Oxford's comprehensive management approach will allow this beautiful property to achieve its full potential."

NRL, 100 Years Strong!

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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Naval Research Laboratory will celebrate 100 years of service as the Navy's corporate laboratory with a rich history of performing advanced scientific research and making significant contributions to U.S. military forces on, under, and above the seas.

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  • Naval Research Laboratory will celebrate 100 years of service as the Navy's corporate laboratory with a rich history of performing advanced scientific research and making significant contributions to U.S. military forces on, under, and above the seas.
  • This land was known as the Bellevue Annex to the Naval Gun Factory until 1923, when the federal government opened the U.S.
  • Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Josephus Daniels seized the opportunity created by Edison's public comments to enlist Edison's support.
  • NRL scientists and engineers strive to give the Navy the special knowledge, capabilities, and flexibility to succeed in this dynamic environment.

Rear Admiral Tom Druggan, USN Joins Strategic Insight, Ltd. As Chief Strategy Officer

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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has joined Strategic Insight, Ltd. as the Chief Strategy Officer at the Arlington, Virginia headquartered company.

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  • has joined Strategic Insight, Ltd. as the Chief Strategy Officer at the Arlington, Virginia headquartered company.
  • Strategic Insight's (SI) Chief Operating Officer, Ms. Barbara Hess, announced RDML Druggan's appointment as the company's first Chief Strategy Officer.
  • RDML Druggan brings a unique blend of expert experience to the Chief Strategy Officer position.
  • in National Resource Management, Military National Resource Strategy and Policy from the Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy.

Navy Museum Development Foundation Announced as the Exclusive Fundraising Partner New Navy Museum Campus: NMDF to Launch Campaign with $225 Million Goal

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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The new NMUSN will be a campus-style museum outside the Navy's security perimeter, potentially increasing attendance to upwards of 1-2 million visitors annually.

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  • The new NMUSN will be a campus-style museum outside the Navy's security perimeter, potentially increasing attendance to upwards of 1-2 million visitors annually.
  • "The new, state-of-the-art flagship museum will ensure that the Navy's story can be shared with the audience it deserves.
  • The move helps the Navy avoid an estimated $24 million in deferred maintenance to the current museum building.
  • The mission of the Navy Museum Development Foundation is to perpetuate the heritage of the United States Navy by supporting and raising funds for the establishment of a National Museum of the United States Navy in Washington, D.C.

Felice Development Group Acquires 2.9 Acres & Moves Forward With 900-Unit, Mixed-Use Project on Capital Riverfront With Financing From EagleBank

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
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WASHINGTON, June 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Felice Development Group (FDG) and Fields-Grade Development partnered to acquire 2.9 acres of land on the Anacostia Riverfront after securing PUD approval.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Felice Development Group (FDG) and Fields-Grade Development partnered to acquire 2.9 acres of land on the Anacostia Riverfront after securing PUD approval.
  • The 1333 M Street development, along with the https://bbardc.org/the-park/ , will create another dynamic destination in the Capitol Riverfront.
  • EagleBank provided acquisition financing to fund a significant portion of the projects purchase price.
  • Felice Development Group LLC (FDG) is leading the project in partnership with Fields-Grade Development.

BetMGM Partners with Washington Nationals to Debut BetMGM Sports Betting App at Nationals Park

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
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WASHINGTON, June 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --BetMGM announced today the expansion of its market-leading sports betting app into Washington, D.C. in partnership with the Washington Nationals, making BetMGM the only mobile sports betting app available at Nationals Park.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --BetMGM announced today the expansion of its market-leading sports betting app into Washington, D.C. in partnership with the Washington Nationals, making BetMGM the only mobile sports betting app available at Nationals Park.
  • Today's news is part of BetMGM's multi-year, exclusive partnership with the Washington Nationals , which also includes a retail BetMGM Sportsbook connected to Nationals Park, scheduled to open later this year.
  • "Launching in Washington, D.C. at Nationals Park sets the stage for our plans to expand BetMGM within the region, as we've already seen great success in Virginia," said Adam Greenblatt, CEO of BetMGM.
  • "As our official sports betting partner, BetMGM further enhances the greatest in-venue fan experience in Washington, D.C. through its state-of-the-art entertainment products and services," said Alan Gottlieb, Chief Operating Office of Lerner Sports Group.

PIDC and Ensemble/Mosaic Execute Navy Yard Development Agreement, Launching $2.5 Billion Development Plan

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021
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Upon completion of these buildings the Navy Yard will eclipse one million square feet of life sciences space.

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  • Upon completion of these buildings the Navy Yard will eclipse one million square feet of life sciences space.
  • Execution of the development agreement with Ensemble and Mosaic and commencement of their initial life sciences projects will launch the next exciting chapter of development at the Navy Yard.
  • In January 2021, PIDC and Ensemble/Mosaic released a Request for Proposals (RFP) opportunity for large-scale comprehensive master planning at the Navy Yard.
  • The 2021 Navy Yard Master Plan Update will establish a dynamic, cohesive, and achievable placemaking vision and development framework as the Navy Yard embarks on its next phase of expansion and growth.

EB5 Capital’s 1900 Half Street Project Begins Leasing in Washington, DC

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Tuesday, August 11, 2020
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EB5 Capital joins Douglas Development Corporation and PTM Partners in celebrating the launch of leasing at 1900 Half Street, one of the first multifamily developments in Washington, DCs Buzzard Point neighborhood.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EB5 Capital joins Douglas Development Corporation and PTM Partners in celebrating the launch of leasing at 1900 Half Street, one of the first multifamily developments in Washington, DCs Buzzard Point neighborhood.
  • 1900 Half Street is located directly on the riverfront, which provides rare panoramic views of the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers.
  • More than one-third of our EB-5 raise came from India, said Anubhuti Dhand, EB5 Capitals Investor Relations Manager.
  • 1900 Half Street is a few blocks away from Dock79, another multifamily project financed by EB5 Capital in 2014.