'Extraordinary find': Archeologists begin studying bottles of 18th-century cherries discovered at Mt. Vernon

'Extraordinary find': Archeologists begin studying bottles of 18th-century cherries discovered at Mt. Vernon

Archaeologists at George Washington’s Mount Vernon made a major discovery last month: Two glass bottles from the 18th century, filled with what are believed to be cherries, possibly belonging to George Washington.

Archaeologists at George Washington’s Mount Vernon made a major discovery last month: Two glass bottles from the 18th century, filled with what are believed to be cherries, possibly belonging to George Washington.

Centuries-old bottles found at Mount Vernon may have held George Washington’s cherry brandy drink

Centuries-old bottles found at Mount Vernon may have held George Washington’s cherry brandy drink

The centuries-old bottles recently unearthed by archaeologists at George Washington’s Mount Vernon may have held a brandy-based cherry flavored drink popular in the eighteenth century – and a favorite of the nation’s first president.

The centuries-old bottles recently unearthed by archaeologists at George Washington’s Mount Vernon may have held a brandy-based cherry flavored drink popular in the eighteenth century – and a favorite of the nation’s first president.

George Washington's Mount Vernon shares archaeological finds
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George Washington's Mount Vernon shares archaeological finds

George Washington's Mount Vernon representatives visited Fox 5 DC to show off some historical finds and talk about upcoming events.

George Washington's Mount Vernon representatives visited Fox 5 DC to show off some historical finds and talk about upcoming events.

Man dead in hit-and-run in Woodlawn, police say

Man dead in hit-and-run in Woodlawn, police say

A pedestrian was struck and killed on Richmond Highway in Woodlawn Friday night, police say. 

A pedestrian was struck and killed on Richmond Highway in Woodlawn Friday night, police say. 

Alexandria woman found dead in hospital parking lot

Alexandria woman found dead in hospital parking lot

A 33-year-old woman was found dead in her car Thursday after she was shot in the upper body. 

A 33-year-old woman was found dead in her car Thursday after she was shot in the upper body. 

Chained dog shot in Fairfax County; police search for owner

Chained dog shot in Fairfax County; police search for owner

Is this your dog? Police are looking for the owner of a Staffordshire terrier who was found chained to a fence, howling from a single bullet wound.

Is this your dog? Police are looking for the owner of a Staffordshire terrier who was found chained to a fence, howling from a single bullet wound.

Dominion Energy plant causes concern and potential impact on view at Mount Vernon
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Dominion Energy plant causes concern and potential impact on view at Mount Vernon

Visiting Mount Vernon is almost like stepping back in time. The home of George Washington made to look as it did when he lived here. Part of that experience is the stunning view of the Potomac River. But a new campaign "Save George Washington?s view" is aimed at preserving the view directly in front of the historic estate.

Visiting Mount Vernon is almost like stepping back in time. The home of George Washington made to look as it did when he lived here. Part of that experience is the stunning view of the Potomac River. But a new campaign "Save George Washington?s view" is aimed at preserving the view directly in front of the historic estate.