George Washington stands as one of the most famous Americans in history, but what do we know of his helpmeet and partner, Martha?
Who was the woman who stood beside and encouraged Washington?
How did she assist him as he led the Continental Army and governed a new nation?
Today, we investigate the life of Martha Washington with Mary Wigge, Research Editor at the Martha Washington Papers Project.
Show Notes: http://www.benfranklinsworld.com/074
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