George Washington's 1791 Southern Tour

Nonfiction, History, Americas, United States, Revolutionary Period (1775-1800)
Cover of the book George Washington's 1791 Southern Tour by Warren L. Bingham, Arcadia Publishing
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Warren L. Bingham ISBN: 9781625857538
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Publication: February 15, 2016
Imprint: The History Press Language: English
Author: Warren L. Bingham
ISBN: 9781625857538
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Publication: February 15, 2016
Imprint: The History Press
Language: English

This account of the first president’s trip to unite a young America “follows Washington’s travels day-by-day with detailed information about each stop” (Daily Herald).

Newly elected president George Washington set out to visit the new nation aware that he was the singular unifying figure in America. The journey’s finale was the Southern Tour, begun in March 1791. The long and arduous trek from the capital, Philadelphia, passed through seven states and the future Washington, DC. But the focus was on Virginia, the Carolinas, and Georgia. The president kept a rigorous schedule, enduring rugged roads and hazardous water crossings. His highly anticipated arrival in each destination was a community celebration with countless teas, parades, dinners, and dances. Author Warren Bingham reveals the history and lore of the most beloved American president and his survey of the newly formed southern United States.

Includes photos

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This account of the first president’s trip to unite a young America “follows Washington’s travels day-by-day with detailed information about each stop” (Daily Herald).

Newly elected president George Washington set out to visit the new nation aware that he was the singular unifying figure in America. The journey’s finale was the Southern Tour, begun in March 1791. The long and arduous trek from the capital, Philadelphia, passed through seven states and the future Washington, DC. But the focus was on Virginia, the Carolinas, and Georgia. The president kept a rigorous schedule, enduring rugged roads and hazardous water crossings. His highly anticipated arrival in each destination was a community celebration with countless teas, parades, dinners, and dances. Author Warren Bingham reveals the history and lore of the most beloved American president and his survey of the newly formed southern United States.

Includes photos

More books from Arcadia Publishing

Cover of the book Philadelphia's 1876 Centennial Exhibition by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book La Mesa by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Woodstock by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Augusta and Summerville by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Grand Rapids by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Unforgettable Texans by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Ghosts of Old Salem, North Carolina by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Old Charleston Originals by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Lighthouses of Greater Los Angeles by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Camp Good Days and Special Times by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Historic Dallas Parks by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Sidney by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book The Juke Joint King of the Mississippi Hills: The Raucous Reign of Tillman Branch by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Elizabethtown College by Warren L. Bingham
Cover of the book Gold Hill by Warren L. Bingham
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy