10 Reasons To Have Bill and Cara Elder Speak

Bill and Cara Elder are retired educators who taught in both Pennsylvania and Florida (Bill taught High School History and Exceptional Student Education; Cara taught Computer Applications and elementary).

They have been reenacting the Revolutionary War for 15 years and belong to the 2nd Pennsylvania Regiment of the Continental Line and His Majesty's 43rd Regiment of Foot. They explain and demonstrate colonial life, military life (American and British), and portray George and Martha Washington

Here are 10 great reasons to have them speak!

1 - They look like the Washingtons
2 - They have been reenacting the Revolutionary War for over 15 years
3 - They dress like the Washingtons
4 - They are affiliated with the Daughters of The American Revolution
5 - They are former educators that know their stuff
6 - They are affiliated with the Sons of The American Revolution
7 - They are able to effective role play as the Washingtons in First Person
8 - They are active in the living history community
9 - They have presentations and are willing to travel
10 - They really love doing this

www.georgeandmarthawashington.com | 386-943-8647 | huzzahc@gmail.com | twitter.com/_TheWashingtons | georgeandmarthawashington.tumblr.com

Letter To Martha Washington

"You might, and I suppose did perceive, from the Tenor of my letters, that I was apprehensive I could not avoid this appointment, as I did not even pretend [t]o intimate when I should return - that was the case - it was utterly out of my power to refuse this appointment without exposing my Character to such censures as would have reflected dishonor upon myself, and given pain to my friends - this, I am sure could not, and ought not be pleasing to you, & must have lessened me considerably in my own esteem.

I shall rely therefore, confidently, on that Providence which has heretofore preserved, & been bountiful to me, not doubting but that I shall return safe to you in the fall - I shall feel no pain from the Toil, or the danger of the Campaign - My unhappiness will flow, from the uneasiness I know you will feel at being left alone - I beg of you to summon your whole fortitude Resolution, and pass your time as agreeably as possible - nothing will give me so much sincere satisfaction as to hear this, and to hear it from your own pen."

Letter, George Washington to Martha Washington, June 18, 1775

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1st person interpreters of George and Martha Washington

As George and Martha Washington, they are now certified presenters for Skype for Education in which they give presentations for education groups and schools throughout the world.

They have also given interesting, informative, and entertaining talks and appearances at University of South Carolina, Salkehatchie Campus, The Lifelong Learning College in The Villages, FL, The Living History Park, North Augusta, SC, as well as many presentations at the request of libraries, museums, and school groups. They have delivered their message, “In God We Still Trust” at church services in Florida and Pennsylvania, as well as making topic presentations to the Sons of the American Revolution/Daughters of the American Revolution and historical societies, and have presented “A Visit with The Washingtons” at numerous events along the Eastern Coast.

As members of the 2nd PA Regiment of the Continental Line and 43rd Regiment of Foot in His Majesty's Army  they have participated in major battle reenactments, such as Battleroad 2000 in Lexington and Concord  (MA) to commemorate and celebrate the 225th anniversary of the American Revolution, Battle of Charleston (SC), Bordentown (New Jersey), Battle of the Hook (Gloucester, VA), Battle of Monmouth (New Jersey), Battle at Brandywine (PA), and many others which has added to their background knowledge of the Revolutionary War and Colonial Living.

In addition, they have contributed to living history events at Mt. Vernon, Valley Forge, Philadelphia (4th of July), Colonial Williamsburg, Princeton Battlefield (NJ), Paoli (PA), Hope Lodge (PA).

www.georgeandmarthawashington.com | 386-943-8647 | huzzahc@gmail.com | twitter.com/_TheWashingtons | georgeandmarthawashington.tumblr.com

George and Martha Washington

Bill and Cara Elder are retired educators who taught in both Pennsylvania and Florida (Bill taught High School History and Exceptional Student Education; Cara taught Computer Applications and elementary).

They have been reenacting the Revolutionary War for 15 years and belong to the 2nd Pennsylvania Regiment of the Continental Line and His Majesty's 43rd Regiment of Foot. They explain and demonstrate colonial life, military life (American and British), and portray George and Martha Washington

Here are 10 great reasons to have them speak!

1 - They look like the Washingtons
2 - They have been reenacting the Revolutionary War for over 15 years
3 - They dress like the Washingtons
4 - They are affiliated with the Daughters of The American Revolution
5 - They are former educators that know their stuff
6 - They are affiliated with the Sons of The American Revolution
7 - They are able to effective role play as the Washingtons in First Person
8 - They are active in the living history community
9 - They have presentations and are willing to travel
10 - They really love doing this

www.georgeandmarthawashington.com | 386-943-8647 | huzzahc@gmail.com | twitter.com/_TheWashingtons | georgeandmarthawashington.tumblr.com

1st Person Interpreters of George & Martha Washington

www.georgeandmarthawashington.com | 386-943-8647

Bill and Cara Elder are retired teachers after 40 years in education in both Pennsylvania and Florida.

They are historians—1st person interpreters of George and Martha Washington.

As George and Martha Washington, they are now certified presenters for Skype for Education in which they give presentations for education groups and schools throughout the world.

They have also given interesting, informative, and entertaining talks and appearances at University of South Carolina, Salkehatchie Campus, The Lifelong Learning College in The Villages, FL, The Living History Park, North Augusta, SC, as well as many presentations at the request of libraries, museums, and school groups. They have delivered their message, “In God We Still Trust” at church services in Florida and Pennsylvania, as well as making topic presentations to the Sons of the American Revolution/Daughters of the American Revolution and historical societies, and have presented “A Visit with The Washingtons” at numerous events along the Eastern Coast.

As members of the 2nd PA Regiment of the Continental Line and 43rd Regiment of Foot in His Majesty's Army they have participated in major battle reenactments, such as Battleroad 2000 in Lexington and Concord (MA) to commemorate and celebrate the 225th anniversary of the American Revolution, Battle of Charleston (SC), Bordentown (New Jersey), Battle of the Hook (Gloucester, VA), Battle of Monmouth (New Jersey), Battle at Brandywine (PA), and many others which has added to their background knowledge of the Revolutionary War and Colonial Living.

In addition, they have contributed to living history events at Mt. Vernon, Valley Forge, Philadelphia (4th of July), Colonial Williamsburg, Princeton Battlefield (NJ), Paoli (PA), Hope Lodge (PA).

www.georgeandmarthawashington.com | 386-943-8647 | huzzahc@gmail.com | twitter.com/_TheWashingtons | georgeandmarthawashington.tumblr.com

Letter to Martha Washington

"You might, and I suppose did perceive, from the Tenor of my letters, that I was apprehensive I could not avoid this appointment, as I did not even pretend [t]o intimate when I should return - that was the case - it was utterly out of my power to refuse this appointment without exposing my Character to such censures as would have reflected dishonor upon myself, and given pain to my friends - this, I am sure could not, and ought not be pleasing to you, & must have lessened me considerably in my own esteem.

I shall rely therefore, confidently, on that Providence which has heretofore preserved, & been bountiful to me, not doubting but that I shall return safe to you in the fall - I shall feel no pain from the Toil, or the danger of the Campaign - My unhappiness will flow, from the uneasiness I know you will feel at being left alone - I beg of you to summon your whole fortitude Resolution, and pass your time as agreeably as possible - nothing will give me so much sincere satisfaction as to hear this, and to hear it from your own pen."

Letter, George Washington to Martha Washington, June 18, 1775

www.georgeandmarthawashington.com | 386-943-8647 | huzzahc@gmail.com | twitter.com/_TheWashingtons | georgeandmarthawashington.tumblr.com