The following is an installment of “On This Day,” a new series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by following the ...

Log-in to bookmark & organize content - it's free! Douglas Branson, author of "Washington's Lieutenants," talked about the leadership structure of the Continental Army during the American ...

Documents the military experiences of the future American president during the French and Indian War, offering insight into the realities of wilderness warfare and the trials and tragedies that ...

Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, is known for its captivating dogwood trees and its deep ties to the American Revolution. In fact, George Washington maintained his headquarters in the area just north of ...

19 facts about George Washington everyone should know, from his battlefield innovations and fear of being buried alive to his unexpected cause of death. He’s on the dollar bill, has America's capital ...