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The Sentry Box is an historic Federal style frame house in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The house was built in 1786 for General George Weedon. The house derives its name from its strategic location on the Rappahannock River which gave a good view for watching the approach of ships. The house was utilized for keeping watch during the American Revolution, War of 1812, and the American Civil War.

The two-story house has a central-passage plan and has had several additions and alterations over the years. The house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in February 1992. The house was added because of its significance as an example of Federal architecture of the period as well as the importance of General Weedon. A building on the property that contributes to the importance of this site is an icehouse built in the late 18th century.

Design and construction
The house has a wide hall through the central part of the building. It overlooks theRappahannock River.

History
The Sentry Box was built in 1776 for General George Weedon. General Weedon fought during the Revolutionary War. The house was later owned by Hugh Mercer. Legend has it that the house entertained every President of the United States President from George Washington to James Buchanon.

The house faced Union artillery across the Rappahannock River but survived shelling with some damage.