When I first started FReeping with the DC chapter during Clinton, I would often drive to DC from NJ. At first, not knowing the area, I often would make a wrong turn and get lost. there is no such thing as doubling back to get back on track in DC! The physical set up of the streets had a purpose at one time, I understand, but it is daunting when you don’t understand it. So often I’d realize I was NOT where I should be, and it was scary trying to get back on track! (no GPS then)
I once made a wrong turn in DC. Ended up on New York Ave on the NE side. My reaction. “This looks like Detroit.”