1732-1799

Reconstructs a possible mission of the fourteen-year-old spy who carried messages to George Washington's camp in the buttons of his coat during the Revolutionary War.

A fictional diary of Nelly Custis records the highlights of her life with "Grandpapa," George Washington, from the time he was elected President until shortly after his death.

Biscuit, George Washington's skewbald horse, plans an escape after being stolen by British sympathizers--along with the mounts of Thomas Jefferson and Ben Franklin--on the night before the Constitutional Convention. Includes factual information on skewbald horses.

Tells the story of the Washington Monument, giving information on the nation's first president whom the monument honors and describing the process of designing and building the monument.

A photographic tribute to Mount Vernon, the Virginia home of George and Martha Washington, providing color pictures of the mansion's exterior, interior, grounds, furnishings, and artworks; and featuring essays that provide information about Washington and his beloved home.

A brief account of the life of George Washington, from his childhood in Virginia, to his years as first president of the United States, and his return to his home at Mount Vernon.

A biography of the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army and first president of the United States, George Washington.

Traces the life of America's first president, known as the "Father of his Country." Includes Internet links to Web sites, source documents, and photographs related to George Washington.

A history of the American colonies' successful battle for independence from the British, as well as biographies of four of the most significant figures therein.