Portrayed by John Lopes

Without George Washington, America might have had a Napoleon to lead her troops and then her government. But the General, and future First President, remained faithful to the principles for which he and his country had fought. Leading by example, Washington resigned his commission as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army and then declined a possible third term as President. His well-earned retirement to his beloved Mount Vernon lasted less than 3 years, but he and Martha enjoyed living beneath “fig and vine” together until his death in 1799.

Raised on a dairy farm, John Lopes can appreciate the connection George Washington felt for his land. And trained to ride, dance and elegantly cross swords, Mr. Lopes skillfully conveys Washington’s talents as a soldier, a leader, and a Virginia gentleman. Standing well above 6’, John Lopes portrays George Washington as an impressive, thoughtful, man of action.

Invite George Washington to military commemorations, Masonic and Society of Cincinnati events:

• Educational Programs: Programs for Schools, Libraries, Museums, Historical Sites
• Parties: Visually-recognizable historical characters to Meet & Greet, Mix & Mingle, Propose Toasts, Pose for Photo Ops
• Parades: Visually-recognizable historical characters as Parade Participants
• Pair with Martha Washington, Henry Knox, von Steuben, Marquis de Lafayette
• John Lopes: Bio of Actor/Historian, Reenactor, or Impersonator