The Burning of the White House, and the Rescue of its Riches
03/19/21 • 11 min
Intrepid First Lady Dolley Madison, with help with staff and servants, saves priceless items from the White House, just before the British burn the place down during the War of 1812.
Intrepid First Lady Dolley Madison, with help with staff and servants, saves priceless items from the White House, just before the British burn the place down during the War of 1812.
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