Elon Musk received short shrift after declaring the English Channel should be re-named after George Washington. One ...

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Washington, D.C., is a unique city for many reasons, one being its prominence as a government and military hub. The growing, conflicting demands on close-in ...

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The 18th-century painting by Charles Willson Peale had previously been the subject of mismanaged restoration attempts. Now, experts in Versailles are bringing it back in line with the artist's origina ...

BOTTOM LINE: George Mason seeks to extend its seven-game win streak with a victory over George Washington. The Revolutionaries have gone 11-1 in home games. George Washington is 0-1 in games decided ...

The festivities for the annual Washington’s Birthday Celebration Association (WBCA) are well underway with several events ...

Peale's majestic portrait of founding father George Washington has headed to Versailles for a state-of-the-art restoration.

George Washington of Virginia, the commander of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, was elected the first ...

As one of the world’s most formidable fighting forces, the United States Navy is rightfully feared worldwide. Even though the ...

Feb. 4 (UPI) --On this date in history: In 1789, George Washington of Virginia, the commander of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, was elected the first president of the United ...

But on the first Inauguration Day, in 1789, George Washington did something else. He gave a speech. Every president since has followed his example and delivered an inaugural address as part of the ...