Eye Witness to History: The Death of George Washington, 1799

This article from Eye Witness to History details the circumstances of the death of George Washington, the first president of the United States. There are quotes from several people in attendance.

This EyeWitness to History site, which illuminates the past through personal narratives and other first-hand sources, provides a brief biography of Ferdinand Magellan, as well as a deep look into his death at the hands of natives in the...

This EyeWitness to History site, which illuminates the past through personal narratives and other first-hand sources, provides a brief biography of Ferdinand Magellan, as well as a deep look into his death at the hands of natives in the...

This EyeWitness to History site, which illuminates the past through personal narratives and other first-hand sources, provides a brief biography of Ferdinand Magellan, as well as a deep look into his death at the hands of natives in the...

This EyeWitness to History article offers personal accounts from Abigail Adams regarding her journey and arrival in the new national capital.

The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) provides a lengthy essay on the George Washington from the perspective that his real accomplishments as first president of the U.S. and winner of the Revolutionary War have been...

This first-person, eye-witness account discusses the Battle at Lexington Green was the beginning of the Revolutionary War and the "Shot heard 'round the world." Read details about this famous battle.

This first-person, eye-witness account discusses the Battle at Lexington Green was the beginning of the Revolutionary War and the "Shot heard 'round the world." Read details about this famous battle.

This EyeWitness to History site, which illuminates the past through personal narratives and other first-hand sources, outlines the burning of Rome the night of July 18, 64 A.D.

This EyeWitness to History site, which illuminates the past through personal narratives and other first-hand sources, outlines the burning of Rome the night of July 18, 64 A.D.