Largest collection of original Washington documents in the world, George Washington Papers collection from the Manuscript Division at the Library of Congress consists of approximately 65,000 documents. Document types include...

Read George Washington's two inaugural speeches and his Annual Messages which give an interesting review of the beginning of the new United States. Included are links to some other writings of Washington and an 1808 biography.

A collection of letters and documents written by George Washington. His will is also here.

Unanimously elected President of the United States twice, George Washington played an essential part in shaping the role and function of the President of the United States. Here are ten facts about his time in office.

The Library of Congress presents a database of books, correspondence, journals, military papers and much more from George Washington. The images are in GIF format.

Biography of George Washington outlines his life, career and service.

Brief article on George Washington articulates why he is considered the "father of our country". With list of books for further reading.

This instructional activity looks at the legacy of George Washington, perhaps the most influential leader in the creation of the American nation. Through his achievements as commander-in-chief during the Revolution, in support of the...

By doing two primary source activities and watching a short video, young scholars will explore the life of science and innovation led by George Washington Carver.

Primary texts allow students to examine George Washington's leadership in times of war and during his presidency. Lesson includes list of excerpts of primary texts, including maps, letters, and speeches, group activities, discussion...

A brief biography on George Washington with pictures and links.

This collection contains information about George Washington's life with an accompanying timeline as well as nine complete lesson plans, his biography, and links to pertinent primary documents.

A rarely seen glimpse of President George Washington's poems written when he was a young teenage boy. Includes original manuscripts of his two poems.

Full text of speech given by George Washington bidding farewell as he leaves public office, September 17, 1796.

Links to the texts of George Washington's important papers and speeches including both inaugural addresses, annual messages, messages to Congress, proclamations, veto messages, and his Farewell Address.

An excellent resource for the papers of George Washington.

Historical information on famous painting of George Washington by Pearle, with interactive features to click and learn meaning behind items in the portrait and links to an in-depth history of the painting as well as virtual visit to the...

A detailed look at the life and work of George Washington. Content includes a look at Washington's early life, his role in several wars including the American Revolution, his rise as the first president of the United States, and his...

Read George Washington's observations of the delegates, particularly the Anti-Federalists, at the Constitutional Convention, and the objections the opposition presented, which Washington cites in the letter. View an image of the original...

See a display of correspondence from George Washington on a variety of topics that show his interest in shaping the new country. An explanation of each topic is given along with a transcript of the letter.

Most Americans know George Washington as the brilliant military and political leader; but as a young man, he was a surveyor by trade. Follow his career through this easy-to-read narrative complete with his early maps and surveys.

The online companion to past Field Museum exhibit on the life and scientific contributions of George Washington Carver, this resource includes a biography, photo gallery, an overview of Carter's goal-oriented research, an educator's...

Everything you need to know about this life of George Washington is included on this site. This comprehensive site allows you to read short summaries of different events in Washington's life. Click the links following the descriptions...

The Library of Congress provides an electronic publication of "The Diaries of George Washington" with a five-part introduction and interesting background information included.