George Washington grew Hemp

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The photo “George Washington grew Hemp” was uploaded by Arjun into the category “Hemp” in October 2007.

The message here is a tiny history lesson. George Washington did cultivate hemp on his estate. He is also quoted as saying, 'Make the best of Indian Hemp and sow it everywhere.' Of course, the implicit message is: if growing hemp was perfectly fine for the Father of our Country, George Washington, why on earth is it now illegal?

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