Among His Troops: George Washington and the Citizen-Soldier Tradition
Runs: June 12, 2026 - January 2, 2027
At the end of the Revolutionary War in 1783, George Washington handed his military power back to the American people. Washington had demonstrated his commitment to the cause of the United States for his fellow officers and soldiers throughout the war. With independence won, Washington led by example and used his power to be a good citizen, leaving the leadership of the new nation to the elected Congress.
Among His Troops: George Washington and the Citizen-Soldier Tradition, a limited-run special exhibition developed by the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia, shares General Washington’s inspiring story of leadership for the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The Museum of the American Revolution is the home of Washington’s headquarters tent from the Revolutionary War, an enduring symbol of his role as an American citizen-soldier.
Among His Troops offers a rare opportunity to view artifacts related to the general's tent, learn more about the Continental Army, and reflect upon Washington as he was referenced in his eulogy, "First in War, First in Peace, and First in the Hearts of his Countrymen."
From the Curator
The Museum of the American Revolution wanted to create an exhibition like Among His Troops: George Washington and the Citizen-Soldier Tradition that combines the story of Washington as a leader, his role in the Continental Army, and his experience as citizen-soldier through the lens of his war tent. As the Museum's first traveling exhibition, highlighting Washington's story and displaying objects associated with his tent and army allows the opportunity to show how the American Revolution has had a lasting impact on our military and nation through a name all Americans will recognize. We are very excited to unveil this exhibition for the first time at the Pritzker Military Museum and Library.
James Taub
Associate Curator, Museum of the American Revolution
Lead Curator, Among His Troops: George Washington and the Citizen-Soldier Tradition