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Fredericksburg VA Virginia Rising Sun Tavern Chrome Postcard Unused
Fredericksburg VA Virginia Rising Sun Tavern Chrome Postcard Unused
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This vintage postcard showcases the historic Rising Sun Tavern in Fredericksburg, Virginia, a notable site with significant ties to early American history.
• Features vibrant natural color printing
• Standard 3.5" x 5.5" postcard size
• Blank back for correspondence
• Manufactured by C.T. Art-Colortone
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The image is a postcard of the Rising Sun Tavern in Fredericksburg, Virginia, which is a historic building that now serves as a museum. It was originally built as a home for George Washington's youngest brother, Charles Washington, around the 1760s.
Built around 1760 as a private residence for Charles Washington, George Washington's youngest brother.
Converted into a tavern in 1792.
Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1966.
Operates today as a museum with costumed tour guides.
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