George Wythe

We explore the life of George Wythe, a Virginia-born attorney and one of the first to advocate for American independence. We follow his journey from a successful legal career to signing the Declaration of Independence and shaping Virginia’s laws to reflect revolutionary principles. We highlight his role as America’s first law professor, mentoring future leaders like Thomas Jefferson, and his outspoken stance against slavery, all while uncovering the tragic events of his later years that marked the end of a remarkable legacy.