TIL that George "Washington" Carver never formally used Washington as a middle name. He originally chose the middle initial W at random to ensure accurate mail delivery. Someone once asked if the "W" stood for Washington and Carver said "Why not?" He signed his name as George or George W. Carver.
en.wikipedia.orgSubmitted by AspireAgain t3_10gaz13 in todayilearned
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