By Stan Hughes, Special to Independent Newsmedia

The story of President George Washington is well known by most Americans but few know much about his childhood.

Jim Bish, a history teacher from Virginia, is trying to change that by researching and writing a book about Mr. Washington’s childhood and youth. He presented some of his findings to the Saguaro Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution in a talk entitled, “The Young George Washington: Prelude to Greatness.”

According to Mr. Bish, George Washington was identified early in his life as someone extraordinary.

Mr. Bish is a member of the SAR in Virginia.

The Sons of the American Revolution is the leading male lineage society that perpetuates the ideals of the War for Independence. Those who have an ancestor who supported the cause of American Independence during the years 1774–1783 are invited to join the SAR.

The Saguaro Chapter is an active group serving all West Valley cities and communities. The Saguaro Chapter meets for breakfast the fourth Saturday of each month at Golden Corral, N. Litchfield Road from September through May. Call Jan Huber, registrar, at 623-975-4805.

Editor’s Note: Mr. Hughes, a Peoria resident, is an SAR member.