Martha Washington's name was Martha Dandridge Custis. Before marrying George in 1759, she had been married for seven years to Daniel Parke Custis (1711-1757).
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George Washington's wife was the widow Martha Dandridge Custis (1731-1802) who married George in 1759.
George Washington had two wives, but he was only legally married to Martha Custis, whom he married in 1759. Martha Washington died on May 22, 1802, nearly three years before George Washington passed away on December 14, 1799. Therefore, his only wife, Martha, died before him. Washington did not have any other wives, as his first marriage was to Martha alone.
Martha Parke Custis or her maiden name was Martha Dandridge.
Yes. Her name was Martha Washington. They were married on Jan. 6, 1759. It was her second marriage.
It's George btw and yes they were married before their deaths.
Martha Washington(his wife) and before that his mother Mary ball Washington.
She married Daniel Custis before she married Washington. After she became a widow and Charles Carter was one of her suitors besides George.
George Washington's courtship with Martha Custis lasted approximately one year. However, they had known each other for years before their courtship.
Before marrying George Washington, Martha Washington was known as Martha Custis. Born on June 2, 1731, she was a wealthy widow, having married Daniel Parke Custis at the age of 18. After Custis's death in 1757, she managed his estate and raised their two children. Martha was well-regarded in Virginia society for her intelligence, charm, and strong character.
Apparently George was not able to father children for some health reason. George was Martha's second husband. Before her first husband died she had two children with him, so it seems likely the problem was with George.
Martha Danbridge Custis married John Custis and they had 4 children. Martha's first husband, John Custis, died. And Martha met and married George Washington, the 1st president of The United States in 1757. Martha Danbridge Custis married John Custis and they had 4 children. Martha's first husband, John Custis, died. And Martha met and married George Washington, the 1st president of The United States in 1757.