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Washington's First Army Experience
Washington is given the rank of major in the French and Indian War. He was appointed by Governor Robert Dinwiddie, and was sent on a mission to confront French forces. -
Washington Gets Married
George Washington marries Martha Dandridge Custis, they raise two of her previous children. It would be Martha who goes on to be the one to release their slaves. -
New Leader of the Continental Army
Washington is appointed the new general of the Continental Army due to his experience in The French and Indian War. He will serve as Commander-in-Chief throughout the war. -
Elected to the First Continental Congress
George Washington is elected to the first Continental Congress. He was one of the 56 other delegates invited. At this congress they met in order organize resistance to the Parliament's acts. -
Signing of the Declaration of Independence
Washington signs the Declaration of Independence, making the United States a free and independent nation. Washington ordered the assembly to meet. -
Crossing the Delaware
George Washington leads his troops across the Delaware river to attack the Hessians at the Battle of Trenton. He traveled across in the early hours of the morning. He attacked while the Hessians were sleeping. -
President of Second Constitution Convention
George Washington was elected president of the second continental congress. this congress was held in Philadelphia. here they discussed the terms of the constitution. -
George Washington Takes Oath as President
George Washington is elected President. And on this day he takes oath and is sworn into office. -
Washington Signs First Act in Congress
George Washington signs first act in congress as president of the united states. It was called the residence act. This regarded the capitol being located in Washington D.C. -
Washington is Reelected
George Washington is elected for a second term as president. He received a unanimous electoral college vote.
