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"Jane was firm where she felt herself to be right." -Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice

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I'm also a usually quiet, reserved Lady, who enjoys books, tea, baking, and movies! I spend most of my time reading one of my favorite books or wishing I was reading my favorite books. My Grand Passion is history, particularly the Regency Period in England, when Jane Austen wrote, Lord Nelson defeated the French Fleet at Trafalgar, the Duke of Wellington defeated Napoleon, and men were Gentlemen and women Ladies. I cherish the thought of being a Lady and love manners, being proper, and having proper tea. My favorite tea is Twinings, especially Earl Grey or Prince of Wales. My specialty to make is Scones with Devon Cream. I am a Catholic and a Conservative.


Wednesday, February 22, 2006

To the Original G.W.

Happy Birthday, George Washington!




Today marks the 274th year since George Washington's birth. Here are some sources about the First President of these United States.

Official White House Biography, note that in the url, they use "gw1."

Visit Mount Vernon, George and Martha Washington's home.

George Washington: A National Treasure Smithsonian Exhibit

POTUS: George Washington, includes links to biographies, speeches, cabinet members, and lots of other great information.

Encyclopedia Americana: George Washington

The Life of George Washington by David Ramsey, written in 1807. You will find the full-text here.

George Washington Papers at the Library of Congress, 1741-1799

National Park Service: George Washington's Birthplace

University of Virginia: The Papers of George Washington

the USS George Washington

posted by Lady Jane | 5:29 PM