FREDERICKSBURG · 1776–2026

Fredericksburg 250

Fredericksburg’s part in the story of American independence. Watch the Declaration of Independence commemoration film, Norman’s Virginia 250 project introduction and related local history films carrying the VA250 mark.

7 episodes

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A frame from FXBG 250th Commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence
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A frame from FXBG 250th Commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence

Episode collection · Episode 1

FXBG 250th Commemoration of the signing of the Declaration of Independence

From Norman Voss's Heroes of History collection. Watch the original video on YouTube.

A frame from Norman Voss at Mary Washington House and Rising Sun Tavern in Fredericksburg.

Episode collection · Episode 2

Fredericksburg 250: Mary Washington House and Rising Sun Tavern

Norman introduces his Virginia 250 grant project from Mary Washington House and the Rising Sun Tavern. His original film asks for matching support for the project.

A frame from Lighthorse Harry Lee - Revolutionary War Hero

Episode collection · Episode 3

Lighthorse Harry Lee

A longer portrait put together during visits to Stratford Hall, Mount Vernon and Leesylvania State Park.

A frame from Charles Washington

Episode collection · Episode 4

Charles Washington

Another Washington, another story to discover. A quick introduction from Norman’s local-history series.

A frame from Mary Washington Memorial

Episode collection · Episode 5

Mary Washington Memorial

A short visit to the memorial to George Washington’s mother. This episode was also shared by VA250.

A frame from "Did You Know?" Mary Washington Meditation Rock

Episode collection · Episode 6

"Did You Know?" Mary Washington Meditation Rock

From Norman Voss's Heroes of History collection. Watch the original video on YouTube.

A frame from "Did You Know?" Hugh Mercer related to George Patton

Episode collection · Episode 7

"Did You Know?" Hugh Mercer related to George Patton

From Norman Voss's Heroes of History collection. Watch the original video on YouTube.