By Henry HoweDirector, Fort Jackson Museum CommunityWhen the American Revolution began on April 19, 1775, the colonies relied on local militias to ...

That famous description of George Washington by his friend ... and “summer soldiers” waiting to depart, Washington ordered Paine’s essay read to his men. Two days later, their surprise ...

George Washington, who had been leading the battle ... Though the British eventually escaped, roughly 25 of their soldiers were killed. More than 100 were wounded, and about 25 were reported ...

George Washington was the son of Augustine Washington (1694-1743) and his second wife, Mary Ball Washington (1708-1789). The Washington family moved to Ferry Farm Plantation in 1738. Located on the ...