George Washington

By TamaraJennings

  • Birth

    Birth
    George Washington was born on February 22, 1732. He was born on his father's plantation in Pope's Creek Westmoreland County, Virginia.
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    Goerge Washington Biography

    A biography of George Washington's life.

  • Military

    Military
    In 1754, George Washington was commissioned a lieutenant colonel.

  • Surrenders in War

    Surrenders in War
    On July 4, 1754 Washington surrenders to the French at Fort Necessity.

  • Military

    In May of 1755, Washington was elected Commander in Chief of the Continental Army.

  • Marriage

    Marriage
    On January 6, 1759, George Washington married Martha Dandridge Custis.

  • Resignation

    Resignation
    On December 23, 1783, Washington resigns as the Commader in Chief of the Continental Army.

  • Begins 1st Presidential Term

    Begins 1st Presidential Term
    On April 30, 1789 George Washington took the oath of office as the first president of the United Sates.

  • Farewell Address

    Farewell Address
    On September 17, 1976, Geroge Washington delivers his Farewell Address.

  • Ends Presidential Term

    Ends Presidential Term
    George Washington ends his second presidential term.

  • Death

    Death
    George Washington died on December 17, 1799. He was buried in Mount Vernon, Virginia.

  • Bibliography

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