Explore travels of George Washington at Museum of American Revolution
A new exhibit at the Museum of American Revolution in Philadelphia explores the travels of America's first president, George Washington.
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A new exhibit at the Museum of American Revolution in Philadelphia explores the travels of America's first president, George Washington.
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