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Alexandria History Tours
Jan 238 min read
History of Alexandria's George Washington Masonic National Memorial
The George Washington Masonic National Memorial is an impressive architectural structures in Alexandria and was built to honor Washington.
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![Winston Churchill's Visit to Alexandria: New Year's Day 1942](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/589e8a_d943e0a4462c4ab88af7abc03735ce33~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_454,h_341,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/589e8a_d943e0a4462c4ab88af7abc03735ce33~mv2.webp)
Alexandria History Tours
Jan 58 min read
Winston Churchill's Visit to Alexandria: New Year's Day 1942
On New Year's Day 1942, Winston Churchill visited Alexandria, Virginia and sat in George Washington's box pew on a National Day of prayer.
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Alexandria History Tours
Aug 25, 20245 min read
Six Alexandria Historical Gems That Locals Don't Even Know About
Think you know Alexandria like the back of your hand? Think again! Here are six Alexandria historical gems that locals don't even know about
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Alexandria History Tours
Jul 8, 20245 min read
Washington Stays at His "Own House" then Dines at Dr. Brown's House
After meeting at Arell's Tavern in Alexandria on July 5, George Washington slept at his town house. The following day he visited his friend.
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Alexandria History Tours
Jun 12, 20246 min read
Braddock's Defeat: A Book Review
Braddock's Defeat tells the story of General Braddock's campaign during the French and Indian War. The book assesses Braddock's legacy.
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Alexandria History Tours
May 21, 20246 min read
William Hartshorne: Quaker, Merchant, and Signer of the Fairfax Resolves
William Hartshorne was a merchant in Alexandria, Virginia. He was also a Quaker and signer of the Fairfax Resolves on July 18, 1774.
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Alexandria History Tours
Apr 16, 202410 min read
George Washington and the Bank of Alexandria: Part Two
George Washington used a loan from the Bank of Alexandria to fund the construction of two townhouses in Washington D.C.
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Alexandria History Tours
Apr 4, 202412 min read
George Washington and the Bank of Alexandria: Part One
The Bank of Alexandria was the first chartered bank in Virginia. George Washington was its most prominent shareholder.
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alexandriahistoryt
Mar 17, 202414 min read
Thomas Jefferson in Alexandria: A Tale of Two Visits
Thomas Jefferson visited Alexandria, Virginia on two notable occasions. His second visit was after his election as president.
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alexandriahistoryt
Mar 6, 20249 min read
Dr. William Rumney: American Patriot and Washington Family Physician
Introduction: Dr. William Rumney On July 18, 1774, the City of Alexandria will remember an important document called the Fairfax...
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alexandriahistoryt
Jan 20, 202413 min read
Dr. James Craik: Washington's "Compatriot in Arms, Old and Intimate Friend"
Dr. James Craik was George Washington's "compatriot in arms, and old and intimate friend." They were veterans of America's Revolutionary War
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alexandriahistoryt
Sep 22, 20236 min read
Ice For Sale! A History of Alexandria's Ice Industry
The ice business boomed in Alexandria, Virginia since the 1790s. In the 2020s, Old Town has an abundance of ice cream businesses.
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alexandriahistoryt
Aug 25, 20237 min read
Whiskey Business: Washington's Spirits Boom in Alexandria
Washington's whiskey business boomed thanks to a network of good friends and Revolutionary War veterans in Alexandria, Virginia.
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alexandriahistoryt
Aug 18, 20236 min read
Alexandria and the Road to the Constitutional Convention
Alexandria, Virginia March 21, 1785 Two Virginians were no-shows. They were supposed to meet in Alexandria for an important meeting with...
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alexandriahistoryt
Apr 27, 20234 min read
Fitzgerald's Leave to Alexandria
As a former military officer, I recognize the importance of leave and liberty for troop morale. In the Marine Corps, it was common for...
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