George Washington
George Washington is a Founding Father of the United States.
He led the Continental Army to victory over Britain during the American Revolution and served as the nation’s first President from 1789 to 1797.
His leadership helped shape the U.S. Constitution and establish traditions for future presidents.
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Historic Park in Bucks County Honors Volunteers for Their Service and Dedication
Every April, in honor of National Volunteer Month, the Friends of Washington Crossing Park recognize individuals and organizations who have helped deliver upon the group’s…
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Tubing Down the Delaware River Is a Great Activity for a Fun Summer Day
A Delaware River tubing trip is a great way for an entire family to spend a warm summer day enjoying the great outdoors in Bucks…
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Bucks County Home to Two Classic Restaurants Ideal for Date Night
Many of the nation’s oldest restaurants still in operation can be found in Pennsylvania, with two Bucks County spots revered for their atmosphere. Robin Shreeves…
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Crowds Gathered at Washington Crossing Historic Park to Celebrate Namesake’s Birthday
One of the country’s most important figures recently celebrated his birthday in a Bucks County town named one of his famous feats. Jeff Werner wrote…
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Mural of Washington Crossing the Delaware, Located Near Bucks County, Undergoing Restorations
A piece of art depicting one of Bucks County’s most important historical events has been unearthed, and it is now being restored. Vashti Harris wrote…
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Come Celebrate George Washington’s Birthday in the Area Where He Crossed the Delaware
As his birthday fast approaches, residents of Bucks County can celebrate George Washington’s birthday with the man himself. Washington Crossing Historic Park, located at 1112…
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Bucks County Filled with Places, Artifacts Bearing Traces of George Washington – and You Can Visit Them All
Considered to be one of the most historic areas in the country, Bucks County is replete with places and items related to our first President.…
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Did the Earliest-Born Person Ever Photographed Cross the Delaware with Washington? Here’s What We Know
Known for being the earliest-born person ever photographed, one man from Maine may also have had an important Bucks County connection. Colin Schultz wrote about…
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Famous Painting of Washington Crossing the Delaware Has Important Bucks County and German Roots
A famous painting’s history has an important connection to both Bucks County and Germany, and is now one of America’s best pieces of art. Gillian…
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Bryn Mawr’s Harcum College Dental Hygiene Program Sets 2023 Date to Supercharge Kids’ Smiles
George Washington — one of the two honorees on President’s Day — may have suffered dental woes for most of his life, but participants in…
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Washington Crossing Historic Park Announces First Dates of Celebrated Winter Reenactments
An historic Bucks County park will be begin their annual reenactments of one of the country’s most important and remembered moments. Washington Crossing Historic Park,…
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Upcoming Tour at Washington Crossing Park To Discuss Namesake’s Harrowing Mission Over the Delaware River
An historic Bucks County park will be celebrating one of the most famous moments in American history that took place in the area. Jeff Werner…
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Doylestown Shrine Has Connections to Several Presidents, a Pope, and the Revolutionary War
A religious shrine in the Bucks County area has a deep history in America, with connections to our first president and a recent pope. For…
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With Its 150th Birthday Fast Approaching, Ivyland Is Remembered as an Important Town in American History
A Bucks County borough will soon be turning 150, so many are remembering the area’s connection to important moments in American history. The 150th Anniversary…
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Historic Hartsville Home With George Washington Ties to Host Annual Revolutionary War Reenactment
The Moland House of Warwick Township, once a headquarters for then-General George Washington, will host its annual Revolutionary War Reenactment on Aug 27. The historic…
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New Hope B&B Proprietor Recalls When William Shatner Beamed Aboard for a Month
The site of the Wedgwood Bed and Breakfast Inn has hosted numerous high-profile figures. One of the earliest was Gen. George Washington, who stayed nearby…
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Family Finds Modern Comfort in Haverford Home That George Washington Visited
Caroline and Brian Linz and their four sons may live in Whitby Hall, an 18th Century stone Georgian house on the Haverford Heritage Trail, but…
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Doylestown American History Buff Has a Collection of ‘Stuff’ So Large, He’s Seeking a Museum to House It
Tom Lingenfelter of Doylestown is wildly patriotic, an outlook he gained from childhood exposure to comic books and movies where good guys wore white hats.…
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