Prometheus_001 t1_j528u7y wrote on January 19, 2023 at 9:56 PM Reply to comment by Glasnerven in 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. by AspireAgain Yes, George Weynoit Carver. Permalink Parent 10
Prometheus_001 t1_j528u7y wrote
Reply to comment by Glasnerven in 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. by AspireAgain
Yes, George Weynoit Carver.