When the Civil Aeronautics Administration selected Burke, Virginia as the location for a new airport in the 1950s, the federal government condemned 4,000 acres. The decision led to a fierce community battle that ultimately saved Burke and led to the development of Dulles Airport in Chantilly. Discover how the land once destined for runways was repurposed into the beloved Burke Lake Park, a haven for fishing, hiking, and family fun, which has become the crown jewel of Fairfax County's park system.

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This video is part of WETA's house-hunting "If You Lived Here" series, which spotlights a wide array of neighborhoods and properties throughout the national capital area while celebrating each area’s history, culture, notable places and flavor. Hosts Jennifer Osborn and Ricardo Frederick Evans tour homes and communities with local realtors, exploring the D.C. Metro region one neighborhood at a time.

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