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Decorative book cover depicting George Washington from the book Pictorial Life of George Washington

John Frost1848

Smithsonian Libraries and Archives

Smithsonian Libraries and Archives
Washington D.C., United States

George Washington was the first President of the United States. This decorative cover from the book Pictorial Life of George Washington depicts Washington as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. Washington served as president from 1789-1797.

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  • Title: Decorative book cover depicting George Washington from the book Pictorial Life of George Washington
  • Creator: John Frost
  • Date Created: 1848
Smithsonian Libraries and Archives

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