The variety of the subjects in the new documentaries from National Geographic is breathtaking, don't ya think?
Reenactment of a Scene from George Washington's Life.
(c)2008 National Geographic
Tonight's video probes into the early life of the first president of the United States, George Washington. Re-enactments and some too short visits to the archaeological excavations at Ferry Farm (Washingon's boyhood home) and his plantation at Mt. Vernon make up the visuals. Washington's ambition, thwarted romantic life, forays into espionage, attitudes towards slavery and (gulp) teeth are addressed in the hour-long documentary.
Airing on November 19, 2008 at 9 pm ET/PT on the National Geographic Channel. Check local listings.
- The Real George Washington, Viewers Guide from About.com
- The Real George Washington, on NatGeo
- Ferry Farm homepage
- Mount Vernon homepage
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