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George Washington was born in 1732 in Virginia in a wealthy farming family. His parents were Augustine and Mary Ball Washington, and was the first of the six children to be born. -
George Washington did not get education during his early life. However he taught himself to learn reading, writing, mathematics and eventually became a surveyor. -
George Washington’s father died early when he was eleven years old. He had to take care of the farm after he died. -
George Washington first had slaves in his eleventh year, after his father died. The date is when his father died, leaving him Washington his slaves. -
George Washington joined the Colonial Militia and fought against the French in Ohio. He eventually retired as a full Colonel. -
George Washington joined the House of Burgesses to represent Virginia. -
George Washington married Martha Custis. She actually owned a lot of slaves, and since they are married, her slaves became his slaves too. -
George Washington was ironic in slavery. He was one of the people who fought for independence, but didn’t think slaves needed freedom too. -
George Washington worked as the commander in chief for the Continental Army to fight Britain. -
One of George Washington’s famous fights was the Christmas day attack, crossing the Delaware river and defeating British soldiers. -
The American Revolution ended with George Washington’s battle of Yorktown. His surprise attack defeated the British soldiers and led America to victory. -
One of George Washington’s biggest accomplishments was ending the American Revolution and growing the nation. He brought victory against Great Britain and made peace between them and helped get the government in shape. -
George Washington was the first to organize the executive branch, along with the cabinet which advises the president. -
George Washington had to appoint the entire supreme court when he became president, since the country was brand new.
(I just put 1789 because I couldn’t find the exact date) -
George Washington was elected as the first president of America. His popularity was at the highest, and the people of America believed he would be a good president. -
George Washington, when he was the president, made the first ten amendments to the U.S. constitution, or the Bill of Rights that states the rights of American citizens. -
George Washington set examples for the new country such as retiring from office after 2 terms even when not asked to do so. The date is when Washington announced his retirement. -
December 14, 1799 is the date George Washington passed away. His death was related to slavery, since he decided to free his slaves after his death. -
You could say George Washington’s birthday has an impact on us these days too. Known as ‘President’s day’, his birthday is celebrated every third Monday of February. The date is when President’s day was first made.