Interesting facts about George Washington

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How long was George Washington's presidential term?

George Washington presidential term lasted from April 30, 1789 to March 4, 1797.

Who was George Washington?

George Washington was a Virginia gentleman and a solider who would later on become the father of his country.

Did George Washington serve the military?

George Washington was a major in the Virginia militia, and he was sent to defend.

Was George Washington a slave owner?

George Washington was a slave owner. He had hundreds of slaves by the year 1753.

Where was George Washington born and when?

George Washington was born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, on February 22nd, 1732.

How many siblings did George Washington have?

George Washington was one of seventeen children.

What was George Washington the first of?

George Washington was the first president of the United States.

What happened in 1781?

George Washington won the last major conflict of the Revolutionary war in October 1781

What did he do shortly before his death?

George Washington wrote a few more selections in his book, shortly before his death.

What kind of family did George Washington come from?

He came from a prominent family.

Did George Washington have any riches in the beginning of his life?

He had very regal bearing Washington's property holdings were extensive.

Why did he leave home?

He left home to help map out the boundaries of the English colony, Virginia.

Who did George Washington marry?

He married a wealthy widow Martha Custis Martha along with the property, made him one of the wealthiest leaders in the Virginia

When did he start his autobiography?

He started his autobiography at the age of 65.

What kind of tactics did he use?

He was a guerrilla leader, because he crossed over the Delaware River and began using guerrilla tactics.

How long was George Washington home-schooled?

He was home-schooled until the age of 16

What did he write about?

He wrote about his approach to life.

What happened in the year 1750?

In 1750, his brother and niece died. After the death of his brother and niece, George Washington inherited his family's fortune. That fortune included the home in Mount Vernon.

What happed in 1775?

In 1775, George Washington was elected to the First Continental Congress.

When did George Washington attack the British

In 1776, George Washington attacked the British.

What did the crown claim George Washington did?

The Crown's claims that Washington fought against the French and the Indians.

What happened in 1753?

The French began to seize the British territory in the American colonies.

What was George Washington elected?

Washington was elected to Virginia's House of Burgesses.


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