Feb. 22, 1732 George Washington is born in a modest house at Popes Creek, Westmoreland County, Virginia. His father, Augustine, is a plantation owner who dies when George is 11. June 15 ...

“I love George Washington and hope to do him proud ... story and masterfully showcases a different side of the Founding ...

Presidents Day is a federal holiday celebrated each year in mid-February to honor past U.S. presidents. Locally, it's part of the next big break week - known as Presidents Day break week in some ...

When someone asked Randolph Russell for his opinion about what Founding Father of this country had the most impact, he said, “Without hesitation, George Washington.” Then, Randolph explained ...

Washington won the presidency by unanimous electoral vote in both 1788 and in 1792. Challenges Upon his inauguration as the first president on April 30, 1789, George Washington assumed office under ...