Martha visited George Washington in Cambridge, MA, in December 1775 to support troops.
On December 13, 1775, Martha Washington journeyed to Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining her husband at his winter headquarters during the Revolutionary War. This marked the start of her regular visits to the Continental Army camps, providing moral support to soldiers and officers alike. Her enduring presence became symbolic of patriotic dedication, as she comforted soldiers, coordinated supplies, and lifted spirits amid the harsh winter conditions.