Army and Navy Club (Washington, D.C.)

The Army and Navy Club, located at 901 17th Street NW in Washington, D.C., is a historic private club founded in 1885, originally as the United Service Club for wartime officers. Renamed in 1891, the club's building, completed in 1912 and expanded in 1987, features modern architecture and stands 12 stories tall. It houses one of the oldest private libraries in D.C., with nearly 20,000 volumes on military history, along with dining rooms, guest accommodations, and fitness facilities. Notable members include military leaders and influential figures, making it a significant site for both tourists and researchers interested in military history and architecture.