Bio Martha Washington
Born on June 2, 1731, Martha Dandridge was raised by a prominent family in New Kent County, Virginia. She was taught to...
Rules of Engagement: Reception
- Artist
- Alexander Hay Ritchie
- Date of Work
- c1861
- Medium
- Credit
- Library of Congress
Rules of Engagement: Reception
Lady Washington's reception.
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