The first true commander-in-chief of the armed forces to lead the Revolutionary War was not, as many believe, George ...

Washington’s deceptions even involved French bread. On August 19, 1781, he confided in his diary, “French bakery to veil our real movements and create apprehensions for Staten Island.” ...

Join Mount Vernon for a 250th-anniversary celebration of George Washington's command with parades, music, military demos, and interactive activities, June 14. Skip Navigation Share on Facebook ...

From his perch on Capitol Square, George Washington projects a jaunty self-confidence, his gaze steady, his chin lifted, his wig tied in a respectable bow — keeping a patriot’s post with sword ...