Resultado de búsqueda
Though the name “Billy Lee” appears frequently in popular histories and is well known, George Washington only referred to his valet by that diminutive until about 1771. After that date, Washington almost exclusively called him “Will” or “William.”
- George Washington's Will
On the eve of his death on December 14, 1799, the gravely...
- The Enslaved Cemetery at Mount Vernon
Discover the Home of George and Martha Washington. Open 365...
- Visitors
George and Martha Washington viewed hospitality to guests as...
- Frank
Frank Lee arrived at Mount Vernon in 1768 after George...
- Views on Slavery
George Washington's views on the subject of slavery shifted...
- Died
At eight at night more blisters and cataplasms were applied,...
- About the Encyclopedia
The Digital Encyclopedia of George Washington. Mount Vernon...
- Partners
The Digital Encyclopedia of George Washington is proud to...
- George Washington's Will
William Lee (c. 1750 – 1810), also known as Billy or Will Lee, was an American slave and personal assistant of George Washington. He was the only one of Washington's slaves who was freed immediately by Washington's will.
18 de nov. de 2021 · Billy Lee was one of George Washington’s slaves who, despite his condition of servitude, became a central and important figure for the Continental Army. Lee spent more time with the Commander-in-Chief than any other person during the war years as their daily routines were shared.
Learn about the life and service of William "Billy" Lee, an enslaved man who became George Washington's personal servant and trusted companion during the Revolutionary War. Find out how Washington freed him and honored him in his will.
4 de oct. de 2019 · Learn about Billy Lee, the only slave whom Washington freed in his will, who served as his valet during the Revolutionary War. Discover how he interacted with Lafayette, Arnold, and other officers through historical sources.
24 de mar. de 2018 · Billy Lee traveled with Washington to Williamsburg and on his surveying expeditions to the Ohio Valley. Lee served with Washington throughout the eight years of the Revolutionary War. He was with Washington during the severe winter at Valley Forge and the siege of Yorktown.
6 de sept. de 2021 · The mulatto slave William Lee appears together with his owner, U.S. President George Washington, in two and quite possibly three paintings, including the iconic Washington Crossing the Delaware by the artist Emanuel Leutze, where he is seen third from left in the boat where Washington is standing.
