Political Quotes

“the man who would later become America's first president, George Washington, was born at Popes Creek Plantation on the banks of the Potomac River in 1732. Although most Americans are familiar with his later residence at Mt. Vernon, fewer people know that George Washington's childhood was spent on this sprawling 550 acre plantation in Westmoreland County, Virginia. The Washington family first settled at Popes Creek in 1656 when John Washington, great-grandfather of George Washington, acquired the property. Although he later moved to Mt. Vernon, most historians agree George Washington returned on a regular basis to his birthplace. Located on the property is the Washington family cemetery that is the final resting place for George Washington's father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. To this day, Washington family descendants continue to live in the area. In 1930, Congress recognized the historic importance of this site to the nation and created the George Washington Birthplace National Monument. The park is truly a national treasure which tells of George Washington's formative years. In addition to providing an excellent example of colonial life, the park contains acres of woodlands, wetlands, and agricultural fields. I am told numerous bald-eagles now call the park home.”