Daily Facts about George Washington

1931

The George Washington Bridge, connecting New York City and New Jersey, officially opens.

1799

George Washington, the revered first President of the United States and Revolutionary War hero, dies at his Mount Vernon estate in Virginia.

1789

U.S. President George Washington proclaims a national Thanksgiving Day, an observance of gratitude and thanks.

1783

General George Washington delivers a farewell address to his officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York City, a symbolic moment marking the conclusion of the American Revolution.