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Mary Washington College

college, Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States
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Mary Washington College, now the University of Mary Washington, was founded in Fredericksburg, Virginia, in 1908 as a women's college. It was consolidated with the University of Virginia from 1944 to 1972. The university is located in Fredericksburg, a city with a rich history, including significant battles during the American Civil War. Fredericksburg itself was settled in 1671 and named for Prince Frederick Louis. The city is situated on the Rappahannock River and has been a strategic objective in various conflicts. Historic sites in Fredericksburg include the home of Mary Ball Washington, mother of George Washington, and the law office of James Monroe.12

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