Martha Washington to Mary Todd Lincoln: roles and facts.
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- Who was George Washington's wife and the first First Lady?
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Martha Dandridge Custis Washington- What was Martha Washington's marital status before she married George Washington?
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She was a widow with two children from her previous marriage- In what year did Martha Washington marry George Washington?
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1759- What formal social tradition did Martha Washington establish at the White House?
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Levees, or formal receptions for guests- What was Dolley Madison's maiden name?
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Dolley Payne Todd- What religious faith did Dolley Madison practice as a young woman?
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Quaker, also known as the Society of Friends- Which famous portrait did Dolley Madison save during the War of 1812?
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The portrait of George Washington- For what personal quality was Dolley Madison most remembered by her contemporaries?
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Her charm, social grace, and popularity- During what years did Dolley Madison serve as First Lady?
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1809 to 1817- What White House traditions did Dolley Madison help establish?
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Formal receptions, elegant entertaining, and social precedent- Where did Elizabeth Monroe live as a young woman?
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France- What languages did Elizabeth Monroe speak?
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French and English- How did Elizabeth Monroe's social style differ from Dolley Madison's?
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She was more formal and reduced the frequency of public receptions- Where was Louisa Johnson Adams born?
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In England- How many languages was Louisa Adams reported to speak?
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At least five languages
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