What Were Washington's Teeth Really Made From? - Ripley's Believe It or Notcast Ep. 014

Some stories even say he carved his teeth himself!

Vintage & Historical
1 min
Colton Kruse
Colton Kruse
What Were Washington's Teeth Really Made From? - Ripley's Believe It or Notcast Ep. 014
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Vintage & Historical

We’ve all heard the story of George Washington, the Founding Father who led America’s colonies to victory in 1781, having wooden teeth. It reminds us that even the greatest heroes have flaws. Some stories even say he carved his teeth himself, a reflection of the admirable ability for a person to solve their own problems. This idea may make for a great story and compelling lesson in character, but is any of it true?

This week on the Notcast, we look through historical accounts and Washington’s own writings to find out what his teeth were actually made of and why his dentures were treated like a state secret.

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