Polo Field
Item
Title
Polo Field
Description
The polo field on the National Mall has been a popular site for polo matches since the early 1900s. During World War II members of the military, including General George S. Patton, used the field for intramural games. Today, the polo field and surrounding softball fields are used by local enthusiasts and maintained by the National Park Service.
Source
Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division. View original.
Coverage
1920-1949
Spatial Coverage
On the National Mall grounds known as the "Lincoln Mall."
topic
everyday life
work & play