Presidents Day is also called "Washington’s Birthday" as a celebration of the nation’s first President. But George Washington’s birthday is not on Feb. 19 – it is Feb. 22. Or it might be Feb.

As Presidents Day approaches, many Americans will take time to celebrate and honor the leadership and wisdom of our Founding Fathers. This includes George Washington, whose birthday is on Feb.

The American scientist’s life is filled with fascinating details, and it can be argued that he saved the agricultural industry of the southern United States.

George Washington ... His wife, Martha Washington, decided to free their slaves before she died in 1801, the museum noted. As America celebrates its birthday, we take look back at Washington's ...