"In the course of his life, Washington’s fate became inseparable from the fate of his country. By the time of his death he was ide...

The federal holiday celebrated each year on the 3 rd  Monday of February is officially intended to honor our first president, Georg...

George Washington began at an early age to work to improve his character.   At age 16 he copied out by hand “The Rules of Civility and ...

There are many personal letters that could be referenced in regard to Jefferson’s sentiments on the subjects of virtue and morality. A co...

“Throughout his entire life, Thomas Jefferson was a consistent opponent of slavery. Calling it a “moral depravity” [1] and a “hideous blot...