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First Ladies National Historic SiteFront of Ida Saxton Home at First Ladies National Historic Site.
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First Ladies National Historic Site
Things To Know Before You Come
 
View of Oil Painting of Elizabeth  

Did You Know?
Elizabeth Monroe was a British subject and daughter of a British army officer? Her father, Lawrence Korthright, was an army captain during the American Revolution and remained loyal to the King. He was a wealthy Tory merchant who saw most of his fortune confiscated during the Revolution.

Last Updated: July 30, 2006 at 15:54 EST