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Birthdate
George Washington was born in a wealthy farming family. George Washington had 9 siblings: 5 siblings and 4 half-siblings. -
George Washington's education
George Washington formal education ended after his father's death. He self-taught by reading books and it continued until his death. There were around 1200 books in his library. -
Father passed away
His father died when he was 11. He owned several plantation in Virginia. After his father's death, he helped his mother manage the farm. -
17 years old
He was a county surveyor. -
The militia
He joined the militia at the age of 21, -
Serving as aide-de-camp
He served for Edward Braddock during French and Indian War. He later resigned in 1757. -
Enter the Virginia House of Burgesses
He was elected to represent the Frederick County. One of his first political career. -
Marriage
He married to Martha Custis in 1759. -
Mount Vernon
Washington inherited Mount Vernon after his half-brother Lawrence died. -
Commander in Chief
He was selected to be Commander in Chief by the Congress. -
Secret attack
During Christmas night, his troops secretly crossed the Delaware river. In the morning, the English troops surrendered. It was a victory for George Washington. -
Battle of Yorktown
A fight that many British soldiers surrender at Yorktown, Virginia. Last major battle of America Revoulution -
Tired of warlife
He resigned Commander in Chief and go back to Mount Vernon. -
First president of America
He became the first president of America. -
Retirement
He retired after the 2nd terms. John Adam became the 2nd president of United State. -
Slavery
He allowed his slaves to leave after his death. He owned about 300 slaves in Mount Vernon. -
George Washington's death
He died because of a throat infection on 14th, December, 1799.
