Happy Birthday GW
by Chris on Feb.20, 2006, under general
That’s George Washington, not GWB.
Today is President’s day, which is to celebrate the birthday of George Washington. His birthday is actually on Feb 22nd, but the federal law moved the celebration to the third monday of February. And, he wasn’t really born on the 22nd even, it was the 11th by the Julian calendar before England reformed their calendar system.
Just another one of those days where the sentiment is probably more important than historical accuracy. Around here, people spend the day pondering the impact of Washington’s life from the seat of a chair lift. The gondolas will be filled with heated debates on Washington’s true feelings about slavery, and people practicing his freemason handshake.
February 21st, 2006 on 1:01 am
Brother George indeed was a mason. Your right though, the sentament is more important than the date.