The Past is Prologue

In this episode of The Past is Prologue , George Washington's first taste of war plunges him into the chaos of the French and Indian War. From the controversial clash at Jumonville Glen to the disastrous surrender at Fort Necessity and the bloody defeat of General Braddock's army, Washington experiences triumph, humiliation, and near death on the American frontier. Along the way, he strugg...

In this episode, we'll begin with the story of how the Washington family came to settle in North America before eventually following a young George Washington from his birth in colonial Virginia to the moment he emerged onto the world stage during his diplomatic mission to Fort Le Boeuf. Along the way, we'll explore the influences that shaped the young Washington, including the death of hi...