Christopher Hassiotis

Historian Christopher Hassiotis joins the discussion to explore the eccentricities of George Washington. They dive into the confusion surrounding Washington's birthday and his surprising lack of a middle name. Hassiotis details Washington's Masonic connections and their impact on social networking and conspiracies. They also uncover Washington's ambitious distillery project near the end of his life, while thoughtfully addressing the complexities of his legacy as a slave owner. Intriguingly, they touch on Washington's hemp farming and moral views too.