Letters of the Founders

This is a public domain document. George Washington was the General of the Continental Army, the first president of the United States, the Sword of the Revolution, and an inspiration to all those around him. Benjamin Franklin was an inventor, philanthropist, mentor, and ambassador, and he shared his vast wisdom with any who asked him. Together, these two leaders influenced the fate of the United States, and the world, as their wit, honor, integrity, and passion for freedom resounded throughout the world. This volume collects the correspondence between Washington and Franklin, and offers unique insight into the lives of these two integral heroes. Together, let us explore our shared heritage of freedom, and preserve the words of liberty and justice for the generations that follow.