George Washington Parke Custis
American author and playwright
American author and playwright
1781
245 years ago
Artists & Creatives
United States
An author and playwright with significant contributions to American literature during the 19th century. Played a major role in the promotion of the works of William Shakespeare in the United States. Established an estate in Arlington, Virginia known as Arlington House, which served as a memorial to George Washington. Actively engaged in building an appreciation of American history through storytelling and drama.
Authored the historic play 'The Traveler'
Promoted Shakespeare's works in America
Established Arlington House as a historic site
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