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Hess: French march toward Washington

Washington finally received an answer from Half King, to his letter. It was not good news. Read more

Hess: Washington identifies a ‘messy situation’

By Bob Hess American Heritage: Did You Know? The British having received the news that the French had moved into the area of the Fork, ... Read more

American Heritage: Washington sets out on foot

According to George Washington’s journal, he and Christopher Gist had to make a decision. Read more

American Heritage: Washington documents fort

Having arrived at Fort Le Boeuf and having given Dinwiddie’s letter to the commander, Washington was allowed to visit throughout the fort at will. Read more