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On this day in 1814, First Lady Dolley Madison helped save a portrait of George Washington from being destroyed by British troops during the War of 1812.

<p>On this day in 1814, First Lady Dolley Madison helped save a portrait of George Washington from being destroyed by British troops during the War of 1812.</p>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

First Lady Dolley Madison saves a portrait of George Washington from British looters - August 23rd, 1814

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