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How Did People Stay Warm During The 18th Century?
Keeping warm in the 18th century was not an easy task for the Washington family, and it was even more difficult for the enslaved community at Mount Vernon.

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DID YOU KNOW?
Frozen rivers, knee-deep snows, sleet, frigid temperatures, and other winter miseries helped shape the story of George Washington's life.

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HISTORIC IMAGES
Kitchen in the Snow
Mount Vernon In The Snow, 1932-1942

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Ice Hatchet
Ice Hatchet Used To Harvest Ice

On the coldest days of the year, George Washington had his enslaved workers harvest a more unusual crop: ice.

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Crossing the Delaware
Washington Weathers the Weather
The weather played a significant role in several events during Washington's life. How much do you know about it? Test your knowledge with our quiz.

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