George Washington is perhaps the most recognizable figure in American history, yet he often feels more like a marble statue or a face on a dollar bill than a flesh-and-blood man. We see his name on ...

George Washington. On Feb. 22, 1732, George was born at Popes Creek, also known as Wakefield, in what was then the colony of Virginia. Even though he lived an accomplished life and is synonymous with ...

Washington’s time spent in the Fort Duquesne area taught him valuable lessons about frontier warfare, international diplomacy ...

Washington's legacy reminds us that American democracy isn't inevitable. It's a choice, renewed by each generation.

Meditations and Contemplations -- Every Boy His Own Teacher -- Exemplars -- Travel Writing -- The Journal of Major George Washington -- A Memorial Containing a Summary View of Facts -- Home and Garden ...

George Washington was born on Friday, Feb. 22, 1732, in Westmoreland County, Virginia. Details regarding his childhood are limited. As a child, he lived at several of the properties owned by his ...

"This book first appeared as part of volumes I and II of George Washington by Douglas Southall Freeman, published in 1948"--P. [4] of cover. siris_sil_545902 ...

Brenda is the Assistant Director and Research Fellow for the Simon Center for American Studies at The Heritage Foundation. Americans have maintained particular admiration for George Washington, who ...