History Challenge 08/16/10
August 16th, 2010 | 
Author: This history challenge is now closed. The winner was Jennifer from Plummer, ID. Check comments section below for the resource information.
This week’s prize is the book “The American Girls Handy Book” (Centennial Edition)
In a bold act of patriotism this First Lady saved important state papers and the full-length portrait of former president and national icon George Washington on August 23rd, 1814. As British troops where marching to Washington D.C. she took the time at great risk to herself and saved these important state items while leaving behind many personal belongings. The White House was set on fire the next day by British troops. Name this First Lady.
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One Response to “History Challenge 08/16/10”
Answer: Dolley Madison
Winner: Jennifer from Plummer, ID
The Resource for this week’s history Challenge came from the following books and websites:
http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/dolley-madison-saves-portrait-from-british
http://www.earlyamerica.com/earlyamerica/notable/madisond