The ties that bind the Marquis de Lafayette and George Washington are well documented with numerous stories and anectodes, as their love, devotion, and respect for one another is readily evident. When Lafayette returned to Mount Vernon in 1784 to visit Washington and his family, Mary Washington Ball served him “Lafayette Gingerbread” at her home in Fredericksburg, in honor of the beloved French general. Light this candle in celebration of America's Favorite Fighting Frenchman – Lafayette! Scent Profile: Warm Spiced Gingerbread Our candles ships via the following options: A) Wrapped in kraft paper & stamped with a red wax seal inside of a kraft box B) Unwrapped, and unboxed • 8oz glass amber jar • Soy blend wax • ~40 hour burn time