by gwffoundation | Mar 17, 2020 | American Revolution, George Washington, Holiday History, Lives & Legacies
Saint Patrick’s Day honors St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, who was born in England and lived during the 5th century. Early in life, he was kidnapped, sold into slavery, and ended up living in Ireland. He is credited with converting the Irish to Christianity,...
by gwffoundation | Jun 8, 2017 | Lives & Legacies
“I heard Bulletts whistle and believe me there was something charming in the sound.”[1] — George Washington Before his first brush with battle, three military adventures worked together to charm and inspire young George Washington’s fascination with the...