Who is depicted on the 2026 American Revolutionary War quarter issued for America250?

George Washington is depicted on the 2026 American Revolutionary War quarter issued for America250.

The quarter is one of five semiquincentennial quarter designs released during 2026. Its subject is the American Revolutionary War, and its obverse shows George Washington. The reverse depicts a Continental Army soldier overlooking Valley Forge, linking Washington’s leadership with the hardships endured by the revolutionary army.

Washington had commanded the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War and later became the first president of the United States. His presence on the coin reflects both his military role and his importance in the nation’s founding story.

The design is distinct from the other 2026 quarters. Separate quarters honor the Mayflower Compact, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address. The Revolutionary War quarter entered circulation on March 23, 2026, with a launch event at Mount Vernon, Washington’s historic home in Virginia.