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The British town celebrating the US's 250th anniversary - and its incredible connection to America's first president
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Washington Old Hall in Sunderland has a significant historical connection to the United States, as it is the ancestral home of George Washington's family, who acquired the land in the 12th Century. This connection is due to the Washington family's presence in northern England, where they built a dwelling on the site now occupied by the Old Hall, long before George Washington's birth. The National Trust, which has managed the property for 70 years, is highlighting this shared history as part of the celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of US independence.
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The British town celebrating the US's 250th anniversary - and its incredible connection to America's first president
A town in Britain has joined the US in celebrating its 250th anniversary due to its incredible connection to America's first president.
Washington Old Hall in Washington, Sunderland, has today hosted several free celebratory events in recognition of America's landmark.
The historic manor house which has ancestral ties to George Washington hosted brass band performances, activities for school groups and a re-enactme…
4 Jul, 17:01