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George Washington was born in Orange County, VA.
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First job
Worked on a plantation. -
Second job
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French and Indian War began.
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War between the British and French that would last over seven years. This war would give valuable experience Washington needed to lead American to victory over the British. -
George Washington married Martha Parke Curtis
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Washington inherits Mount Vernon
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Gorge Washington is appointed Commander in Chief of Continental Army
http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/presidents/georgewashingtonThe same day as Continental Army is created and named Commander in Chief of Continental Army. -
Washington defeated the British at the Battle of Yorktown.
http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/presidents/georgewashingtonWashington with the help of the French defeated the British in Yorktown, VA. Was the last major battle of American Revolution and eventually led America to win the war. -
Washington's Farewell Address
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Washington resigns his commission in the Continental Army, which was one of the rare occasions of anyone giving up so much power when they accomplish their mission. -
Washington becomes 1st President of United States
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Neutrality Act
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Stated that American would not involve itself in the affairs of other countries. Help the country to stay out of the French Revolution. -
Washington Farewell Address to the Presidency.
http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/presidents/georgewashingtonWashington read one of the most famous speeches made by a President to bid farewell to his term in office. -
Washington passed away.
