Like his fellow Virginians in the House of Burgesses, Washington became increasingly disillusioned with George III and his colonial minions. At this time British America was composed of 13 ...

Thus George Washington ... a nationwide effort to reacquaint Americans with Washington on the 200th anniversary of his death. In the nick of time, it would appear. A year or so ago, a town ...

"George Washington: First in War, First in Peace" According to historian James A. Crutchfield, the Washingtons entertained hundreds of visitors every year. Washington would also spend time in the ...

The Congressional delay in certifying George Washington’s election as president only allowed more time for doubts to fester as he considered the herculean task ahead. He savored his wait as a we ...

Two of these delegates, Patrick Henry and George Mason, were prominent Virginians; in fact, Mason and Washington were neighbors. While it was a time of great hope and promise for the nation’s future, ...