“First in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen.”
Famous words about George Washington from a eulogy written by Henry “Light Horse Harry” Lee.
One of George Washington’s most valuable cavalry officers. Delegate to the Continental Congress. Ninth Governor of Virginia. Member of the House of Representatives. Called upon by President Washington to suppress the Whiskey Rebellion. Father of Robert E. Lee.
And my 6 (I think) greats grandpa...