Martha Washington

Wednesday, January 3, 2007

As the first first lady, Martha Washington was very important in setting the style and tradition for the operation of the White House.

1. Where was she born?

- June 2, 1731. Chestnut Grove, Virginia

2. Did she have any formal education? Where?

-No formal education.

3. Did she have any hobbies?

- Family and social skills.

4. When was her husband president? Years of service?

- 1787-1797 (George Washington)

5. Name a few things she did as first lady.

- She had lots of parties and was known as a “sophisticated hostess”.

6. Did she write any books? If so, what are they named?

- Martha Washington letters

7. Was there a wedding at the White House? Whose wedding was it?

- Martha and George were married at the White House

8. Was she involved in any charity?

- No

9. What is something unique about her life?

-She did not enjoy being first lady.

10. What is the name of a book written about her.

- Martha Stewart Cookery, by, Ariel Books

-Martha Washington : An American Life, by Patricia Brady: published by the Penguin Group, Viking, New York, NY, 2005

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