British Ambassador to US Philip Kerr, Lord Lothian, speaks to members of both Houses of Virginia State Legislature in Wi

The speaker expresses gratitude for the kind words from the governor of Virginia and reflects on the historical significance of the location near the first permanent English settlement in America. The history of Williamsburg and its connection to the House of Burgesses is discussed, highlighting the role of George Washington in founding the United States and influencing the modern British Commonwealth.

What is the significance of the location mentioned by the speaker?

• It is the birthplace of George Washington.

• It is the location of the first American university.

• It is the site of the first permanent English settlement in America.

• It is where the Declaration of Independence was signed.

What historical transition does the speaker mention regarding the House of Burgesses?

• Its meetings were moved to a new city.

• It was dissolved by the British crown.

• It was renamed as the House of Representatives.

• It became the first American Congress.

Who is credited with the architectural counterpart of the building mentioned by the speaker?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John D. Rockefeller

• Andrew Carnegie

• Henry Ford

What did George Washington achieve according to the speaker?

• He was the first President of the United States.

• He signed the Treaty of Paris.

• He founded the United States and defeated reactionary forces in England.

• He discovered America.

What was the outcome of the successful rebellion mentioned by the speaker?

• The establishment of the modern British Commonwealth.

• The signing of the Magna Carta.

• The formation of the United Nations.

• The end of the American Civil War.