George Wythe (1726 – June 8, 1806) was the first American law professor, a noted classics scholar and Virginia judge, as well as a prominent opponent of slavery. The first of the seven Virginia signatories of the United States Declaration of Independence, Wythe served as one of Virginia's representatives to the Continental Congress and the Constitutional Convention. Wythe taught and was a mentor to Thomas Jefferson, John Marshall, Henry Clay and other men who became American leaders.
Early life and education
Wythe was born in 1726 at Chesterville, the plantation operated by three generations of the Wythe family in what was then Elizabeth City County but is now Hampton, Virginia. His maternal great-grandfather was George Keith, a Quaker minister and early opponent of African slavery, who returned to the Church of England but was sent back as a missionary to the East Coast before ultimately returning to England. His mother, Margaret Walker of Kecoughtan, a learned woman probably raised as a Quaker, instilled a love of learning in her son. In his later years, Wythe became known for his outdated Quaker dress, as well as his gentle manner, which could cause even a surly dog to "unbend and wag his tail." After the early death of his father, Wythe probably attended grammar school in Williamsburg before beginning legal training in the office of his uncle, Stephen Dewey, in Prince George County.
Wythe Holt, Professor Emeritus of Law, University of Alabama School of Law, discusses the life of Hampton native George Wythe. Wythe was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, America’s first professor of law, and a prominent jurist in the young nation.
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published: 29 Jun 2016
George Wythe: The Declaration of Independence vs. the Law
George Wythe is about to leave for Philadelphia, where he plans to sign the Declaration of Independence. Join the tutor of Thomas Jefferson as he considers the language and philosophy of the Declaration.
published: 17 Sep 2020
A Science Lesson with George Wythe
George Wythe hosts an 18th-century science lesson you don't want to miss. This program is intended for elementary and middle school students.
published: 27 Aug 2020
2012 VHSL Group A Div. 1 Football Championships- George Wythe vs Honaker
Tune in Saturday, December 8, at 12:00 PM EST to see Honaker vs. George Wythe Football Championships LIVE at Salem Stadium, Salem, Virginia.
2012 VHSL Group A Div. 1 Football Championships between George Wythe High School (12-1) vs Honaker High School (13-1) at Salem Stadium in Salem, Virginia
Participants
George Wythe High School, Honaker High School
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published: 08 Dec 2012
George Wythe beats Gate City
George Wythe defeated Gate City, 34-7.
published: 05 Oct 2019
George Wythe High School Announcement - 10.22.20
published: 23 Oct 2020
George Wythe Educates the Founders...And Gets Poisoned!
George Wythe was one of the most important American Founders.
Not only did he help frame the United State Government, but he crafted the mind of many future leaders.
Then he was poisoned.
Here is an article I wrote about Wythe: https://www.founderoftheday.com/founder-of-the-day/wythe
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Wythe Holt, Professor Emeritus of Law, University of Alabama School of Law, discusses the life of Hampton native George Wythe. Wythe was a signer of the Declara...
Wythe Holt, Professor Emeritus of Law, University of Alabama School of Law, discusses the life of Hampton native George Wythe. Wythe was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, America’s first professor of law, and a prominent jurist in the young nation.
#norfolkVA
#757
Wythe Holt, Professor Emeritus of Law, University of Alabama School of Law, discusses the life of Hampton native George Wythe. Wythe was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, America’s first professor of law, and a prominent jurist in the young nation.
#norfolkVA
#757
George Wythe is about to leave for Philadelphia, where he plans to sign the Declaration of Independence. Join the tutor of Thomas Jefferson as he considers the ...
George Wythe is about to leave for Philadelphia, where he plans to sign the Declaration of Independence. Join the tutor of Thomas Jefferson as he considers the language and philosophy of the Declaration.
George Wythe is about to leave for Philadelphia, where he plans to sign the Declaration of Independence. Join the tutor of Thomas Jefferson as he considers the language and philosophy of the Declaration.
Tune in Saturday, December 8, at 12:00 PM EST to see Honaker vs. George Wythe Football Championships LIVE at Salem Stadium, Salem, Virginia.
2012 VHSL Group ...
Tune in Saturday, December 8, at 12:00 PM EST to see Honaker vs. George Wythe Football Championships LIVE at Salem Stadium, Salem, Virginia.
2012 VHSL Group A Div. 1 Football Championships between George Wythe High School (12-1) vs Honaker High School (13-1) at Salem Stadium in Salem, Virginia
Participants
George Wythe High School, Honaker High School
Produced By VHSL
Tune in Saturday, December 8, at 12:00 PM EST to see Honaker vs. George Wythe Football Championships LIVE at Salem Stadium, Salem, Virginia.
2012 VHSL Group A Div. 1 Football Championships between George Wythe High School (12-1) vs Honaker High School (13-1) at Salem Stadium in Salem, Virginia
Participants
George Wythe High School, Honaker High School
Produced By VHSL
George Wythe was one of the most important American Founders.
Not only did he help frame the United State Government, but he crafted the mind of many future lea...
George Wythe was one of the most important American Founders.
Not only did he help frame the United State Government, but he crafted the mind of many future leaders.
Then he was poisoned.
Here is an article I wrote about Wythe: https://www.founderoftheday.com/founder-of-the-day/wythe
Please consider supporting American Revolution content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FounderoftheDay
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George Wythe was one of the most important American Founders.
Not only did he help frame the United State Government, but he crafted the mind of many future leaders.
Then he was poisoned.
Here is an article I wrote about Wythe: https://www.founderoftheday.com/founder-of-the-day/wythe
Please consider supporting American Revolution content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FounderoftheDay
Check out Founders merch here: https://www.founderoftheday.com/shop
Wythe Holt, Professor Emeritus of Law, University of Alabama School of Law, discusses the life of Hampton native George Wythe. Wythe was a signer of the Declaration of Independence, America’s first professor of law, and a prominent jurist in the young nation.
#norfolkVA
#757
George Wythe is about to leave for Philadelphia, where he plans to sign the Declaration of Independence. Join the tutor of Thomas Jefferson as he considers the language and philosophy of the Declaration.
Tune in Saturday, December 8, at 12:00 PM EST to see Honaker vs. George Wythe Football Championships LIVE at Salem Stadium, Salem, Virginia.
2012 VHSL Group A Div. 1 Football Championships between George Wythe High School (12-1) vs Honaker High School (13-1) at Salem Stadium in Salem, Virginia
Participants
George Wythe High School, Honaker High School
Produced By VHSL
George Wythe was one of the most important American Founders.
Not only did he help frame the United State Government, but he crafted the mind of many future leaders.
Then he was poisoned.
Here is an article I wrote about Wythe: https://www.founderoftheday.com/founder-of-the-day/wythe
Please consider supporting American Revolution content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FounderoftheDay
Check out Founders merch here: https://www.founderoftheday.com/shop
George Wythe (1726 – June 8, 1806) was the first American law professor, a noted classics scholar and Virginia judge, as well as a prominent opponent of slavery. The first of the seven Virginia signatories of the United States Declaration of Independence, Wythe served as one of Virginia's representatives to the Continental Congress and the Constitutional Convention. Wythe taught and was a mentor to Thomas Jefferson, John Marshall, Henry Clay and other men who became American leaders.
Early life and education
Wythe was born in 1726 at Chesterville, the plantation operated by three generations of the Wythe family in what was then Elizabeth City County but is now Hampton, Virginia. His maternal great-grandfather was George Keith, a Quaker minister and early opponent of African slavery, who returned to the Church of England but was sent back as a missionary to the East Coast before ultimately returning to England. His mother, Margaret Walker of Kecoughtan, a learned woman probably raised as a Quaker, instilled a love of learning in her son. In his later years, Wythe became known for his outdated Quaker dress, as well as his gentle manner, which could cause even a surly dog to "unbend and wag his tail." After the early death of his father, Wythe probably attended grammar school in Williamsburg before beginning legal training in the office of his uncle, Stephen Dewey, in Prince George County.
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