George Washington's Legacy and the Traditions of President's Day | EWTN News Nightly

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George Washington, the nation's first commander-in-chief, never sought to celebrate his own birthday, yet his legacy endures through President's Day. Known for his humility, he preferred quiet reflection, though his growing prominence led others to honor him, including soldiers at Valley Forge. His Farewell Address emphasized national unity and the need to put country before party, a tradition upheld as a senator reads it annually. Washington strongly advocated for religious liberty, engaging with leaders of various faiths, including Catholicism, at a time of Protestant dominance. Mount Vernon, his estate, remains a historic site, offering free admission on President's Day and showcasing ongoing restoration work. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn Subscribe to EWTN’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3hBbdVX EWTN Global Catholic Network, in its 40th year, is the largest religious media network in the world and was founded by Mother Mary Angelica, PCPA. The Daily Televised Mass is broadcast live 7 days a week at 7:00 a.m CST (watch it here: https://www.ewtn.com/tv/watch-live). The Mass is uploaded to YouTube every day along with many other programs. To contact EWTN, send an email to our Viewer Services team at viewer@ewtn.com or call 1-800-447-3986. To learn more about EWTN please visit https://www.ewtn.com Donate now - https://bit.ly/3pBGjRU Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ewtnonline Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/EWTN Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ewtnmedia/