Product Description
This Byers' Choice George Washington Caroler carries a copy of the Declaration of Independence in his hand and wears a replica of a navy blue and buff coat from 1789 until he died in 1799, held in the Smithsonian Institution's collections (ID AF.16148). President Washington's ensemble also includes a blue sash, gold waistcoat, tricorn hat, and lace cravat. A great gift and addition to your patriotic displays!
Made in Pennsylvania, each Byers' Choice figure is lovingly hand-detailed and dressed in period-inspired clothing.
Features
- Byers' Choice Caroler
- George Washington collectible
- Hand-painted clay face
- Dressed in period attire
- Measures 13"H
- Made in the USA
- A Colonial Williamsburg exclusive!
For decorative use only; not meant to be used as a doll or toy.
Inspiration
George Washington was the first president of the United States. He was the commander of the Continental Army, which led the patriots to victory during the Revolutionary War.
Before George Washington became the leader of the Continental Army, there was no standard uniform for officers or troops. Inspired by the deportment of British General Edward Braddock, Washington created the standard uniform scheme that would transform the U.S. Army into a unified professional military organization of distinction. Details of uniforms helped to designate rank and encouraged respect. While this transition to the new uniform was not complete during the Revolutionary War, it became the standard in the years following the war. The U.S. Army retained the blue and buff colors of the uniform until the beginning of the Civil War.
