RevolutionNumber5 t1_j5350sn wrote on January 20, 2023 at 1:44 AM 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 Lie la lie. Permalink Parent 5
RevolutionNumber5 t1_j5350sn 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
Lie la lie.