Want to be George Washington?

   The Friends of Washington Crossing Park need Gen. George Washington!
   All are welcome to apply to be the nation’s first commander-in-chief and first president of the United States of America.
   The troops are calling on someone to lead them across the Delaware and to defeat the British and Hessian forces.
   Those who would like to fill this role should submit an application by Aug. 10 to [email protected].
   The Friends of Washington Crossing Historic Park, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Historic and Museum Commission (PHMC), will conduct a competition on Sept. 13 to select the next Gen. Washington.
   The person selected will serve as Gen. Washington during the annual Christmas Crossing and continue this role (with its obligations) for three years, starting Oct. 1, 2012. An alternate also will also be chosen to fill the role when the primary Gen. Washington is unavailable.
   For more information on the selection process or to apply, contact [email protected] or call 215-493-4076.