In 1793, Philadelphia was reeling from an epidemic of yellow fever. At the same time George Washington was in the early years of developing our government and establishing policies to conduct our government with integrity and vision. The yellow fever spread ferociously through the city and had great impact on decisions that stand today. As Philadelphians fled their city, who stayed behind to tend the sick? How did we get through that very difficult time as a people and as a nation? This is a 2004 Caldecott Honor book.