Delivered 250 years ago, the famous oration marked the height of Henry's influence. But the politician also served in key ...

But on the first Inauguration Day, in 1789, George Washington did something else. He gave a speech. Every president since has followed his example and delivered an inaugural address as part of the ...

On February 4, 1789, the 69 members of the Electoral College made George Washington ... long been famous for his physical grace, but the sole gesture he used for emphasis in his speech seemed ...

That famous description of George Washington by his friend and fellow patriot Henry “Light Horse Harry” Lee is probably still the best summation of the man who, over a hard but resolute ...