George Washington

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First President of the United States and the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army. - AsNotedIn

Notable Position Organization From To
President Potomac Company
Member Freemasonry 1752
Colonel Virginia Regiment 1754 1758
General, Commander-in-chief Continental Army 1775 1783
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Y/M/D Description Association Composition Place Locale Food Event
Y/M/D Description Association Composition Place Locale Food Event
Significant name Keith House - Washington's Headquarters Pineville
Visitor Warner Hall Gloucester
Significant name Plukemin Continental Artillery Cantonment Site Washington Camp Ground
Significant name Adam Kurtz House Winchester
Significant name Wallace House Somerville
Significant name Rockingham House, NJ Franklin Township
Significant name Dey Mansion Wayne
Significant name Village Inn Englishtown
Architect Washington Historic District Washington
1732/02/22 George Washington is born in the heart of the Northern Neck of Virginia. Born George Washington Birthplace National Monument Colonial Beach George Washington's Birthday
1738/00/00 Washingtons move to Home Farm Home George Washington's Ferry Farm Fredericksburg, VA
1748/00/00 In a survey party for George W Fairfax, Washington lays out lots in the Virginia frontier. At the end of the first day, Washington sleeps on a bed of straw with one Thread Bear blanket with double its Weight of Vermin such as Lice Fleas etc. Work
1749/00/00 Thomas Lord Fairfax engages George Washington as a surveyor for three years, 1749-51. Here quit rents are collect and George Washington probably keeps his instruments. Work Greenway Court, Virginia White Post, VA
1749/05/10 George Washington surveys Captain Charles Ewell property near Dumfries, Virginia. Work Bel Air Minnieville
1749/07/00 George Washington receives his surveyor's license through The College of William and Mary. Education Wren Building, College of William and Mary Williamsburg
1750/00/00 As Surveryor of Culpeper County, Virginia, George Washington takes measurements of Natural Bridge, Virginia. Washington throws a rock from the creek running underneath the bridge to its top, a height of 215 feet. Work Natural Bridge State Park Natural Bridge, VA
1753/11/00 George Washington visits the Forks during his mission to Fort Le Boeuf. Visitor Forks of the Ohio Pittsburgh
1754/00/00 George Washington acquires Mount Vernon Home Mount Vernon Estate, VA Mt Vernon, VA
1754/05/28 Virginia militia under Washington and native braves surround a French contingent. A shot is fired by an known that results in a skirmish killing 1 Virginian. The scalping and killing of 13 French and capture of 21 enrages the French. Virginia Commander Fort Necessity National Battlefield Uniontown French and Indian War
1757/06/25 GW writes: Poor Spottswood, and a party that went towards duQuesne, with some Cherokee Indians are, I fear, lost! Baker from the said place, has brought 5 scalps, and a french Officer, prisoner, after killing two others. English Commander Forks of the Ohio Pittsburgh Forbes Expedition
1759/01/06 Rev David Mossom, Rector of St Peter's, unites Martha Custis and Colonel George Washington in marriage either at St Peter's Church or at the bride's home, White House plantation, which burned down in 1875. Groom St Peter's Church, Talleysville Talleysville Marriage of Martha Dandridge Custis and George Washington
1762/10/25 George Washington is appointed to the Truro Vestry (The Falls Church). Member The Falls Church Falls Church
1763/00/00 George Washington buys 300 acres of Difficult Run in Loudoun County from Bryan Fairfax for 82.10 Pounds Sterling in payment of a debt. Owner Towlston Grange Great Falls
1764/03/20 George W Fairfax and George Washington advertise for a builder for the brick church. Church Warden The Falls Church Falls Church
1769/05/16 George Washington introduces Mason's resolutions asserting that only the governor and the provincial legislature have the right to lay taxes in Virginia. The resolutions are unanimously adopted by House of Burgesses on the same day. Patriot American Revolution - From Protest to Revolt
1770/10/00 James Craik, George Washington, 2 servants and surveyor William Crawford begin a journey to the Ohio River to inspect land which the British have offered as an incentive to enlist during the French and Indian War. They return from their trip in December. Work
1770/11/03 Washington camps at Point Pleasant on a trip down the Ohio, November 31 and November 3, 1770, to claim land for himself and his officers. Work Point Pleasant Battleground Point Pleasant
1771/00/00 Gristmill is built for George Washington. Owner George Washington's Distillery and Gristmill Mt Vernon, VA
1771/09/22 Washington visits Tulip Hill Sept 22 and 30, 1771, between going to and from the races at Annapolis Visitor Tulip Hill Galesville
1772/00/00 GW owns about 600 acres on the east side of Cromwell's Run Rural Historic District between Goose Creek and Chattins Run, most will become part of Flint Hill Farm. Owner Cromwell's Run Rural Historic District Rectortown
1772/00/00 George Washington buys a home for his mother. Benefactor Mary Washington House Fredericksburg, VA
1773/00/00 Henrietta and Benjamin Ogle give a dinner at Ogle Hall for his friend, George Washington. Guest Ogle Hall, Annapolis Annapolis, MD
1773/04/27 GW attends the memorial service for Ann E Mason at Pohick Church. "At home all day (except before Breakfast when I rid to the Mill) .... Mrs Calvert, Mrs Washington and my wife went to hear Mrs Masons Funeral." GW diary Mourner Pohick Church Lorton
1773/07/25 George Washington attends services at Christ Church. Washington was one of the founding members of Christ Church, buying pew No 5 and attending for more than two decades whenever he was in town. Faith Christ Church Alexandria
1774/02/03 George Washington attends the nuptials of his adopted son, John Park Custis, to Eleanor Calvert at Mount Airy. Guest Mount Airy Mansion Rosaryville State Park
1775/03/20 Second Virginia Convention Representative St John's Episcopal Church Richmond Second Virginia Convention
1775/03/25 Wilton host George Washington shortly after Patrick Henry delivered his famous, "Give me Liberty, or Give me Death!" speech during the Second Virginia Convention. Visitor Wilton House Museum Richmond Second Virginia Convention
1775/06/15 The Second Continental Congress unanimously elects George Washington General and Commander in Chief of the Army of the United Colonies. "I this day declare with the utmost sincerity, I do not think my self equal to the Command I am honoured with." GW American Commander in Chief Independence Hall Philadelphia, PA Second Continental Congress
1775/06/20 George Washington passes How's Inn on his way to Cambridge to take command of the Patriot Army, June 1775 July. American Commander in Chief Longfellow's Wayside Inn Sudbury, MA
1775/06/29 En route to take command of the troops outside of Boston, George Washington dines with Elizabeth Deane at her home in Wethersfield, Connecticut. Guest Silas Deane House Wethersfield
1775/06/30 On his way to Cambridge to assume command of the army, George Washington is entertained by Col Jeremiah Wadsworth in his home on this site (lost). Guest Wadsworth Atheneum Hartford
1775/07/00 Siege of Boston, George Washington American Commander in Chief Longfellow House - Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site Cambridge, MA Siege of Boston
1775/07/03 Before soldiers assembled on Cambridge common, George Washington draws his sword and formally takes command of the Continental Army. Washington had declined the $500-a-month salary except reimbursement of expenses. American Commander in Chief Cambridge Common Historic District Cambridge, MA
1776/00/00 George Washington and a guard of soldiers spend the night at the Josiah Ware Tavern, maybe, while his troops camp under pitch pines on Town Hill. Located at Rockwood Rd and Main St, the tavern was razed in 1981. American Commander in Chief Norfolk Massachusetts
1776/00/00 American Commander in Chief Jacob Purdy House White Plains, NY
1776/02/00 George Washington writes to "Miss Phillis" and signs off as "Your obedient humble servant,". Washington offers an invitation for Wheatley to call on him at his headquarters in Cambridge, Mass. Author
1776/03/07 When the Enemy first discovered our Works in the morning, they seemed to be in great confusion... - General Washington to President of the Continental Congress John Hancock, 7-9 March American Commander in Chief Washington at Dorchester Heights (painting) Dorchester Heights National Historic Site Boston Siege of Boston
1776/08/29 America'a army escapes across the East River after losing to the British Army at the Battle of Long Island American Commander in Chief Fulton Ferry District New York City Battle of Long Island
1776/10/21 14 September to 21 October 1776, Morris Mansion serves as the headquarters for George Washington where he planned his next fight, The Battle of Harlem Heights. American Commander in Chief Morris-Jumel Mansion New York City Battle of Long Island
1776/10/31 George Washington stays at the Miller farm from 31 Oct to 1 Nov, stationing troops on Miller Hill overlooking the farmhouse. The sycamore may date from 1776. Patriot Commander In Chief Miller House North Castle, NY Battle of White Plains
1776/11/10 George Washington's headquarters from 10-12 November 1776, 28-30 November 1779 and from 25 June to 2 July 1781 American Commander in Chief Van Cortlandt Upper Manor House Peekskill, NY
1776/11/30 Robert Burwell, George Washington and Fielding Lewis sell 800 acres of the Meadea tract in what was then Frederick County to Ignatius Peny. There were houses, buildings, orchards and other improvements on the land. Seller Meadea White Post, VA
1776/12/08 George Washington's headquarters December 8 - 14, 1776 American Commander in Chief Summerseat Morrisville
1776/12/25 American Commander in Chief Washington Crossing National Historic Landmark Washington Crossing Historic Park Battle of Trenton
1776/12/25 American Commander in Chief Washington Crossing National Historic Landmark Washington Crossing State Park Battle of Trenton
1776/12/26 American Continental army captures a garrison of 300 Hessians by surprise. American Commander in Chief Old Barracks Trenton Battle of Trenton
1777/01/03 George Washington leads 4500 Patriots in battle against 1200 British Regulars at Princeton, New Jersey. American Commander in Chief Washington at the Battle of Princeton Princeton Battlefield Princeton Battle of Princeton
1777/01/03 George Washington leads 4500 Patriots in battle against 1200 British Regulars at Princeton, New Jersey. American Commander in Chief Washington at the Battle of Princeton Princeton Battlefield Historic District - Quaker Road Princeton Battle of Princeton
1777/01/03 General Washington stays at the President's House during the Battle of Princeton American Commander in Chief President's House Princeton Battle of Princeton
1777/02/06 Finding the Small pox to be spreading much and fearing that no precaution can prevent it from running through the whole of our Army, I have determined that the troops shall be inoculated. - Washington letter to Dr William Shippen American Commander in Chief Morristown National Historical Park New Jersey Smallpox Vaccine
1777/08/10 General Washington's headquarters from August 10 to 23, 1777 American Commander in Chief Moland House Hartsville Battle of Brandywine
1777/08/23 General Washington and his troops stay at Stenton before the Battle of Brandywine. American Commander in Chief Stenton Philadelphia, PA Battle of Brandywine
1777/08/25 George Washington pays a visit to Abraham Robinson Visitor Robinson House Claymont, DE
1777/08/30 George Washington orders his army to dig in near Red Clay Creek, building redoubts and entrenchments where cannons are placed on a rise for half a mile as thick as they could stand. American Commander in Chief Marshallton, DE Delaware
1777/09/06 Washington holds a war council at the Byrnes House with by Lafayette, Anthony Wayne, Nathaniel Greene and others including Cap Robert Kirkwood of Newark. It is decided to move picket lines a few miles closer to the British who are south of Christiana. Patriot Commander Hale-Byrnes House Stanton, DE Battle of Cooch's Bridge
1777/09/11 American Revolution Battle between the troops of George Washington and the British troops of William Howe. American Commander in Chief Brandywine Battlefield Chadds Ford Battle of Brandywine
1777/10/00 Pennepacker Mills is used as George Washington's headquarters before to the Battle of Germantown and as a field hospital after the battle. American Commander in Chief Pennypacker Mansion Schwenksville Battle of Germantown
1777/10/02 General Washington establishes his headquarters at Peter Wentz' Homestead, saying until October 4 he returned October 16-21, 1777. American Commander in Chief Peter Wentz Homestead Worcester Battle of Germantown
1777/10/04 American Commander in Chief Cliveden, Chew House Philadelphia, PA Battle of Germantown
1777/10/21 General George Washington makes his headquarters at Dawesfield. The Patriot general will stay here until November 20th. American Commander in Chief Dawesfield Ambler
1777/10/24 Per Wayne's request, Washing holds a court martial to judge Gen Anthony Wayne's conduct in the Paoli Massacre. American Commander in Chief Dawesfield Ambler
1777/12/00 General Washington rents Isaac Potts House as his headquarters at Valley Forge. Washington, paying 100 Pennsylvania pounds per month, stays here until June 1778. American Commander Washington's Headquarters Valley Forge National Historical Park Valley Forge Encampment
1778/00/00 American Commander in Chief Jacob Purdy House White Plains, NY
1778/01/00 In late January, George Washington hands Lafayette a note from Congress and silently leaves the room, for he did not want to influence the Marquis's decision, one that would require Lafayette to leave for Canada. American Commander Washington's Headquarters Valley Forge National Historical Park
1778/06/28 George Washington rallies Lee's retreating troops. When the main Continental army arrives, they repeatedly stimy British counterattacks. American Commander in Chief Monmouth Battlefield Monmouth Battlefield State Park Battle of Monmouth
1778/07/00 George Washington utilizes the Miller house during the summer of 1778. Patriot Commander In Chief Miller House North Castle, NY
1778/10/00 George Washington attends the nuptials of Catherine Peartree Smith and Elisha Boudinot in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Life Belcher-Ogden House Elizabeth
1779/01/06 George and Martha Washington celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary with dinner and dancing at Elizabeth and Samuel Powel's House. Groom Room from the Powel House, Philadelphia Powel House Philadelphia, PA Marriage of Martha Dandridge Custis and George Washington
1779/06/05 General George Washington stays at the Sloats House on Sunday, June 5, 1779, and may have stopped here previously as he frequently used the road through the Clove. Headquarters Sloat House Sloatsburg
1779/11/30 I shall be at Morris town tomorrow and shall be obliged by your ordering me a late dinner. I understand my quarters are to be at Mrs Fords. If I am mistaken be pleased to send a person to meet me and set me right. - GW to Nathanael Greene American Commander in Chief Ford Mansion, Morristown Morristown
1781/00/00 George Washington visits Hanover Tavern. Visitor Hanover Tavern Hanover
1781/00/00 The Peace Ball, attended by Washington and his mother, his officers, LaFayette, Rochambeau, Admiral de Gras, and others to celebrate the victory at Yorktown, was held in the assembly room which has since burned Guest Rising Sun Tavern Fredericksburg, VA
1781/00/00 General George Washington stays at the Miller farm in 1781. Patriot Commander In Chief Miller House North Castle, NY
1781/03/04 George Washington visits in Hartford. March 4, 16, 17, 18 and May 19, 21. Visitor Hartford Connecticut
1781/05/00 George Washington stays five night stay in the Joseph Webb House, where he plans the Siege of Yorktown. American Commander in Chief Joseph Webb House Wethersfield Siege of Yorktown
1781/09/14 Washington and Rochambeau arrive in Williamsburg and prepare for the arrival of the army. According to one witness, "No man ever greeted his mistress with more joy than did Lafayette and Washington greet each other." American Commander in Chief Colonial Williamsburg Williamsburg Leading to the Siege of Yorktown
1781/09/14 Washington and Rochambeau arrive in Williamsburg and prepare for the arrival of the army. According to one witness, "No man ever greeted his mistress with more joy than did Lafayette and Washington greet each other." American Commander in Chief Colonial Williamsburg Williamsburg Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route
1781/10/19 British garrison at Yorktown marches to Surrender Field to lay down their arms. One hour later, the garrison at Gloucester Point surrenders. American Commander in Chief Yorktown Battlefield Yorktown, VA Siege of Yorktown
1781/11/03 Washington leaves Yorktown, moving the Continental army back to winter quarters at Newburgh, New York. French forces remain in Yorktown, Williamsburg and Gloucester Point over the winter. American Commander in Chief Washington's Headquarters City of Newburgh, NY 1781 American Revolution - After Yorktown
1783/05/04 Washington meets with Lieutenant General Sir Guy Carleton to negotiate the British evacuation of New York City and the exchange of prisoners, May 4-8 1783 American Commander in Chief DeWint House Orangetown 1781 American Revolution - After Yorktown
1783/07/00 Washington's lives at the President's House while Congress conviens in Nassau Hall from June to November 1783 American Commander in Chief President's House Princeton Congress of the Confederation
1783/07/21 George Washington visits Crown point. Visitor Fort Crown Point Crown Point
1783/12/04 With Knox at his side, GW says farewell to his officers, "with a heart full of love and gratitude, I now take leave of you. I most devoutly wish that your latter days may be as prosperous and happy as your former ones have been glorious and honorable." American Commander in Chief Fraunces Tavern New York City 1781 American Revolution - After Yorktown
1783/12/23 George Washington resigns his commission as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army before the United States in Congress Assembled. American Commander in Chief Maryland Statehouse Annapolis, MD Congress of the Confederation
1784/04/30 Running late, Washington misses the ceremony, but enjoys himself at the reception and banquet where he stands on the hearth-stone and kisses the pretty girls - as was his wont. Guest Amstel House New Castle, DE Marriage of Ann Van Dyke and Kensey Johns
1784/05/01 Sons of Tammany salute General Washington who is dining with Robert Morris at the latter's country seat, The Hills (lost), with music, cheers and cannon fire. Guest Lemon Hill Philadelphia, PA
1785/00/00 Construction begins on the Great Falls Skirting Canal. It was built by the Potomac Company to carry boats around the Great Falls of the Potomac River. President of the Patowmack Company Potomac Canal Historic District Great Falls Park
1786/00/00 George Washington breeds English foxhounds given to him by Lord Fairfax with the French hounds sent by Lafayette, furthering the creation of a new breed, the American Foxhound. Work Mount Vernon Estate, VA Mt Vernon, VA
1786/10/31 Mercury at 41 in the Morning - 42 at Noon and 42 at Night. After breakfast I left Govr. Smallwoods and got home to dinner. Attempted to cross at the Widow Chapmans in order to pay Colo. Mason a visit but could not get over. - GW's diary entry Life Mount Aventine Chapman State Park
1787/07/08 Washington, in Philadelphia for the Constitutional Convention, dines with Dr George Logan at Stenton. Guest Stenton Philadelphia, PA
1789/04/14 Secretary of Congress Charles Thomson arrives at Mount Vernon with John Langdon's announcement, Washington writes a formal letter of acceptance. President Mount Vernon Estate, VA Mt Vernon, VA Inauguration of the first President of the United States
1789/04/16 General Washington leaves Mount Vernon and heads to New York City. President Mount Vernon Estate, VA Mt Vernon, VA Inauguration of the first President of the United States
1789/04/30 George Washington is inaugurated as the first President of the United States. He was sworn in by Chancellor Robert Livingston on the balcony of Federal Hall (razed). President Federal Hall National Memorial New York City Inauguration of the first President of the United States
1789/04/30 Following his inauguration George Washington walks up Broadway to St Paul's for the service. John Adams and both houses of congress which included future president James Madison and future vice president Elbridge Gerry, also attend. Faith St Paul's Chapel New York City Inauguration of the first President of the United States
1789/04/30 Luncheon to celebrate George Washington's inaugeration Guest of Honor Boxwood Hall Elizabeth Inauguration of the first President of the United States
1789/08/07 President George Washington signs the Lighthouses Act creating the Lighthouse Establishment as an administrative unit of the Federal Government. US President Portland Headlight Cape Elizabeth Rise of the Lighthouse
1789/10/00 George Washington visits Elm House in the fall of 1789 Visitor Nehemiah Royce House Wallingford, CT
1789/10/01 Oliver Ellsworth host President Washington and his retinue. Washington is said to have taken nine month old daughter of the Ellsworth's, Frances, onto his lap and sang a version of "The Darby Ram" to her. Visitor Oliver Ellsworth Homestead Windsor, CT United States of America's First Presidential Tour
1789/10/03 President George Washington issues a proclamation naming Thursday, November 26, 1789, as an official holiday of "sincere and humble thanks." The nation then celebrates its first Thanksgiving under its new Constitution. US President First Thanksgivings
1789/10/15 President Washington stops at Widow Haviland's, writing in his diary: After dinner, through frequent light showers we proceeded to the Tavern of a Mrs Haviland at Rye, who keeps a very neat and decent Inn.... Guest Widow Haviland's Tavern Rye United States of America's First Presidential Tour
1789/10/20 In Hartford on October 19, 20, 21 and November 9, 10, Colonel Wadsworth host Washington at his home (lost) on October 20. Guest Wadsworth Atheneum Hartford United States of America's First Presidential Tour
1789/10/30 President Washington spends the night at Tracy Mansion as a guest of Jonathan Jackson. He left Newburyport the next morning after a breakfast hosted by Tristam Dalton at his house across the street. Guest Tracy Mansion, Newburyport Public Library Newburyport United States of America's First Presidential Tour
1789/10/31 George Washington enjoys tea with John Langdon in the parlor and listens to music by Langdon's daughter, Elizabeth, who played her spinet piano after a dinner in town. Washington stayed at Brewster's Tavern on 93 Pleasant Street (destroyed by fire 1813). Guest Gov John Langdon Mansion Portsmouth, NH United States of America's First Presidential Tour
1789/11/02 Washington fishes for cod in Portsmouth Harbor, he only caught two fish and blamed it on the tide. Fisherman Portsmouth, NH New Hampshire Cod United States of America's First Presidential Tour
1789/11/03 Washington visits the home of his secretary, Tobias Lear, and Pitt Tavern, known then as Staver's Tavern. Guest Tobias Lear House Portsmouth, NH United States of America's First Presidential Tour
1789/11/12 GW notes in his diary: A little after sunrise we left Marvin's, at Fairfield, and breakfast at Stamford, 13 miles distance, reached the Widow Haviland's, 12 miles further: where on acct of some lame hose, we remained all night. Guest Widow Haviland's Tavern Rye United States of America's First Presidential Tour
1790/00/00 While New York serves as the nation's capital, George Washington attends services at St Paul's, 1789-1790. Washington's pew remains at St Paul's. Faith St Paul's Chapel New York City
1790/04/21 During a tour of Long Island, George Washington spends the night at Squire Thompson's Sagtikos Manor. Guest Sagtikos Manor West Bay Shore
1790/07/10 George Washington and his cabinet (Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Henry Knox, and Alexander Hamilton) dine at the Morris-Jumel Mansion. Visitor Morris-Jumel Mansion New York City
1791/00/00 George Washington visits Clifton Plantation and addresses the people of Georgetown. Visitor Arcadia Plantation Georgetown, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/00/00 On his Southern tour of 1791, George Washington is entertained in Salem for two days, occupying the chamber at the northeast corner of the Tavern above the gentlemen's room Visitor Salem Tavern Winston-Salem, NC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/03/25 GW sees much satisfaction at the appearance of this rising seminary. "Before dinner I walked with Governor John Howard and several other Gentlemen to the College of St John's at which there are about 80 students of every description." Life McDowell Hall, Annapolis Annapolis, MD George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/04/21 President George Washington stays in the Stanly House for two nights, April 20-21. Visitor John Wright Stanly House New Bern George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/01 GW departs Georgetown with artillery salutes from the foot of Broad St. On the opposite shore of Santee Creek Sampit River he is received by the light-infantry company and sails onto the Santee River 12 mi from it. Guest Georgetown Historic District Georgetown, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/01 On Lynchs Island on the Santee River, we breakfasted and dine at Mrs Horry's and lodge at the Plantation of Mr Manigold about 19 mi farther. Visitor Hampton Plantation Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/02 Breakfasts at the Country Seat of Gov Pinckney, about 18 mi from our lodging place. - GW Visitor Charles Pinckney National Historic Site Mount Pleasant, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/02 At Haddrels point (Haddrels St), GW is met by Pinckney and Edward Rutledge in a 12 oared barge rowed by 12 American Captains of Ships, most elegantly dressed. A great number of other Boats with Gentlemen, ladies and Music attend GW across to Charleston. Guest Mount Pleasant Historic District Mount Pleasant, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/02 At Prioleau's wharf, GW is met by Gov Pinckney, Lt Gov Isaac Holmes, intendant Arnoldus Vanderhorst, Sen Pierce Butler and Sen Ralph Izard, wardens of Charleston, Cincinnati, a Company of Fusiliers and shouts of joy from a large concourse of citizens. Guest The Vendue Hotel Charleston, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/02 Civic dignitaries conduct Washington to the steps at the Exchange where they and members of the city's various professions and handicrafts pass by in procession. Guest The Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon Charleston, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/02 GW is escorted to his lodging, the home of Thomas Heyward. The house was leased for a week by the city council for 60 pounds and supplied with a housekeeper, servants and a proper stock of liquors, groceries and provisions. Visitor Heyward-Washington House Charleston, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/03 GW attends a public diner at the Exchange. He ate beneath a triumphal arch and afterwards heard 15 toasts, accompanied by cannonshots. The day and evening were spent with all the hilarity, harmony and happy festivity, that was suited to the occasion. Guest The Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon Charleston, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/04 Washington dines with the Members of the Cincinnati in the long-room of Edward McCrady's tavern. They are entertained by a choir of singers and patriotic toasts punctuated by the guns of the Charleston Battalion of Artillery. Guest McCrady's Long Room, Charleston Charleston, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/04 In the evening Washington joins a very elegant dancing Assembly at the Exchange, at which were 256 elegantly dressed and handsome ladies. Guest The Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon Charleston, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/05 Washington visits the Works of Fort Johnson on James's Island, and Fort Moultree on Sullivans Island, both of which are in ruins, and scarcely a trace of the latter left-the former quite fallen. Guest Fort Moultrie Sullivan's Island, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/05 Washington visits the Works of Fort Johnson on James's Island, and Fort Moultree on Sullivans Island, both of which are in ruins, and scarcely a trace of the latter left-the former quite fallen. Guest Fort Johnson, Powder Magazine Charleston, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/06 Washington Views Charles Town on horse back by riding through most of the principal Streets. Dines at Majr Butlers, and went to a Ball in the evening at the Governors where there was a select company of ladies. Guest Calhoun Mansion Charleston, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/08 President George Washington worships on Sunday morning at St Philip's. Faith St Philip's Episcopal Church Charleston, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/05/08 President George Washington worships on Sunday afternoon from pew No 43. Originally known as "The Governor's Pew", No 43 is a large, long double-pew in the center of St Michael's Church. Faith St Michael's Episcopal Church Charleston, SC George Washington's Southern Tour
1791/06/00 George Washington visits and stays overnight Visitor Guilford Courthouse National Military Park Greensboro George Washington's Southern Tour
1793/03/04 George Washington is sworn in for a second term as President of the United States in the Senate Chamber of Congress Hall. US President Congress Hall Philadelphia, PA
1793/05/27 George Washington serves as a pall bearer at the funeral for Eliza Lucas Pinckney. Pallbearer St Peter's Church Philadelphia, PA Funeral of Eliza Pinckney
1793/07/29 George Washington attends as Mary Long Tobias, wife of Tobias Lear, is buried at Christ Church, Philadelphia. Mourner Christ Church Burial Ground Philadelphia, PA 1793 Yellow Fever Epidemic
1793/09/18 George Washington lays the cornerstone to the United States Capitol building. US President United States Capitol Washington, DC
1793/11/16 President Washington avoids the President's house in central Philadelphia and takes shelter in Isaac Franks' house during the yellow fever epidemic, November 16 to 30. President Germantown 'White House' Philadelphia, PA 1793 Yellow Fever Epidemic
1794/03/24 US Congress passes the "Act to provide a Naval Armament" which authorizes President Washington to create the new United States Navy. US President USS CONSTITUTION Boston
1794/07/00 George Washington visits the Cresap house, he was in Maryland to review troops headed to end the Whiskey Rebellion. President Michael Cresap House Oldtown Whiskey Rebellion
1794/09/00 Washington family stays at the Franks' house during September and October. Visitor Germantown 'White House' Philadelphia, PA
1795/00/00 George Washington dines and afterwards visits and drinks Tea at Park Gate. Visitor Park Gate Nokesville
1795/00/00 The Central portion of President's Palace, built 1792-1800, is planned and constructed under the personal supervision of President George Washington. Planning and Construction Supervisor The White House Washington, DC
1795/10/00 Rembrandt and Charles W Peale begin painting a portrait of George Washington in the Fall of 1795 Sitter for Painting George Washington 1795 Sitting
1796/00/00 George Washington endows the Liberty Hall Academy with a gift of $20,000 worth of James River Canal stock. Benefactor Liberty Hall Site Lexington
1796/00/00 Martha Washington commissions Stuart to paint a pair of portraits of her and her husband for Mount Vernon. These are now called "Athenaeum" portraits because the Boston Athenaeum acquired them after Stuart's death. Subject
1796/04/12 At Stuart's house, Gilbert Stuart begins painting GW, The Lansdowne portrait, for Senator William Bingham. Washington said his agreeable expression was due to the conversations he had with Harriet Chew during the sittings. Sitter George Washington (Lansdowne)
1798/00/00 George Washington enlarges Mount Vernon into a 21 room mansion, 1754 to 1798 Architect Mount Vernon Estate, VA Mt Vernon, VA
1798/02/00 George Washington celebrates his birthday at Gadsby's Tavern, the second annual Birthnight Ball hosted by John Gadsby. Guest of Honor Panel from the Ballroom at Gadsby's Tavern, Alexandria, Virginia Gadsby's Tavern Alexandria George Washington's Birthday
1799/00/00 George Washington visits with John Wise. Visitor Lloyd House Alexandria
1799/09/20 as it has been understood from expressions occasionally dropped from your Wife, that it is the wish of you both to settle in this neighbourhood ... I ... bequeathed to you and her jointly, if you incline to build on it, ... Grays hill, - GW Benefactor Woodlawn Plantation Mt Vernon, VA
1799/12/00 Washington's distillery produces nearly 11,000 gallons of whiskey. Valued at over $7,500, he sold it to over 80 customers. Whiskey will prove to be Washington's most profitable business venture. Apple, peach and persimmon brandies were also made. Owner George Washington's Distillery and Gristmill Mt Vernon, VA Rye Whiskey
1799/12/14 Attended by his wife who sat at the foot of the bed, Dr Craik and Tobias Lear, housemaids Caroline, Molly and Charlotte, and his valet Christopher Sheels, George Washington dies of acute epiglottitis in his bedchamber at Mount Vernon. Died Mount Vernon Estate, VA Mt Vernon, VA Death of George Washington
1799/12/18 George Washington is interred in a private manner, without parade, or funeral Oration during a Masonic burial at Mount Vernon. In Memoriam Mount Vernon Estate, VA Mt Vernon, VA Death of George Washington
1799/12/24 A United States Congressional committee recommends a monument to be erected in honor of George Washington. American Commander in Chief Washington Monument Washington, DC Death of George Washington
1800/01/20 In his will, Washington gives stocks to finance a school to educate orphans, 50 shares in the Potomac Co for a University in the District of Columbia (not established) and 100 shares in the James River Co for the use and benefit of Liberty Hall Academy. Benefactor Liberty Hall Site Lexington
1827/07/04 The Washington Monument at Boonsboro, Maryland, is the first monument dedicated to General Washington. Memorial Washington Monument, Boonsboro Boonsboro, MD
2017/01/20 Made by Gerrit Onkelbag circa 1700, Washington's Bowl (private collection), a Brandywine bowl reportedly used by George Washington to drink punch, is sold at auction for $372,500. Life Belcher-Ogden House Elizabeth Old English Punch

History

George Washington, first president of the United States, earned the epithet Father of His Country for his great leadership, both in the fight for independence and in unifying the new nation under a central government. Washington was born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, and worked as a surveyor in his youth. In 1752 he inherited a family estate, Mount Vernon, upon the death of a half brother, Lawrence. Washington's military career began in 1753, when he accepted an appointment to carry a warning to French forces who had pushed into British territory in the Ohio valley. In subsequent military assignments, Washington distinguished himself against the French, first while aiding General Edward Braddock and later as commander-in-chief of all Virginia militia.

In 1758 Washington returned to civilian life as a gentleman-farmer at Mount Vernon and soon took a seat in the Virginia house of burgesses. As a planter, Washington had firsthand knowledge of the economic restrictions being imposed by Britain, and as a Virginia legislator, he supported political efforts to curtail British control of the colonies. Washington was selected to serve as a delegate to the first and second Continental Congresses, and in June 1775 he was chosen to command the American forces. He successfully led the Continental army through eight difficult years of war for independence.

In 1783, after the Revolution, Washington resigned his military commission to Congress at Annapolis, Maryland. Recognizing the need for a strong central government, he served as president of the federal convention charged with drafting the Constitution. Reluctantly, he accepted the will of his colleagues to become president of the new nation, and he was inaugurated in New York City on April 30, 1789. Contending with the ideological struggles within the government, and with hostilities between France and Great Britain, Washington greatly feared the growth of political parties and the dangers of foreign involvement. These issues impelled him to serve a second term as president.

His attempts to solve foreign relations issues during his second term resulted in Jay's Treaty (1794), a vain attempt to regulate trade and settle boundary disputes with Great Britain, and the Pinckney Treaty (1795), which successfully settled such issues with Spain. Washington also acted vigorously to enforce federal authority by quashing the Whiskey Rebellion, during which liquor producers in western Pennsylvania threatened the new republic by rebelling against an unpopular excise tax on whiskey.

Washington's 1796 Farewell Address to the nation emphasized the need for a unified federal government and warned against party faction and foreign influence. Although often subjected to harsh criticism by his contemporaries, Washington succeeded in giving the new government dignity. He saw a federal financial system firmly established through the efforts of Alexander Hamilton, and he set valuable precedents in the conduct of the executive office. Washington retired to Mount Vernon, where he died on December 14, 1799. - US Senate

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