George Washington Birthplace Memorial, Westmoreland VA, 1953

This vintage photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston captures a significant historical site in Westmoreland County, Virginia, near Wakefield Corner. The image is associated with the location where George Washington was born, marked by a memorial erected by the Wakefield National Memorial Association. This site serves as a tribute to the early life of the first President of the United States.

The photograph is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a comprehensive documentation project that seeks to preserve the architectural history of the southern United States. This survey includes a variety of structures and monuments, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region. The image was acquired from Johnstons estate in 1953 and is cataloged in the Library of Congresss Prints and Photographs Division.

The photograph not only represents a prominent historical landmark but also contributes to the broader narrative of American history. It provides insight into the memorialization of significant figures and events in U.S. history.

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