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Martha Washington was famous for being the wife of the first U.S. President, George Washington. Shortly after her husband's death, she released any freeing slaves that they had to their freedom.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoMartha was important in the History of the American Revolution because she helped patriots and she set the precedents for all of the future First Ladies. Her actions, hosting of parties, handling of some correspondence and side projects all set the tone for her successors. She married George Washington on January 6, 1759.
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∙ 15y agoShe was one of the first women who outrightly opposed the American Revolution.
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∙ 12y agoshe married George Washington the president
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∙ 11y agoMartha Washington is so famous because she was the first lady of george washington
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How did Martha Washington influence George Washington to fight for womens rights?
Women's rights did not come up in US history until Seneca Falls convention in 1848.
When was Martha Washington Stakes created?
Martha Washington Stakes was created in 1979.
Was Martha Washington a patriot or a loyalist?
Martha was a patriot because Gorge Washington was the colonial leader of the Revolution.
Did Martha Washington live at Martha's vineyard?
No she is not alive. Martha Washington was born on June 2, 1731. Martha Washington died on May 22, 1802.
What religion was Martha Washington?
The religion that was practiced by Martha Washington was Episcopalian. She was married to George Washington and the couple had three children.
What has the author Martha Washington written?
Martha Washington has written: 'Martha Washington's booke of cookery' -- subject(s): American Cookery, History
How did Martha Washington influence George Washington to fight for womens rights?
Women's rights did not come up in US history until Seneca Falls convention in 1848.
How did Martha Washington affect the History of the US?
her huband did everything
Does history remember Martha Washington?
Yes, history remembers Martha Washington. She was the first First Lady of the U.S.A. Married to George Washington the first president of the U.S. She is remembered for a lot and that's just one reason why she was remembered.
Why was Martha Washington one of the first ladies what did she do?
Martha Washington was a first lady because her husband (George Washington) was the first president of The United States and in our history books it said she was supposed to entertain people and host.
What was Martha Washington for?
Martha Washington was remebered for being George Washington's wife.
George Washington wife?
George Washington married the widow Martha Custis in 1759.
What is Martha Washington's full name?
Martha dandridge custis Washington Martha dandridge custis Washington
What was George Washington's wife last name?
Martha's maiden name was Dandridge. She then married Daniel Parke Custis, who was 20 years her senior; Custis died 7 years later.When Martha married George Washington, 2 years after her first husband died, she was known as Martha Dandridge Custis.
What was Martha Washington's date of death?
Martha Washington died in 1802 Martha Washington died in 1802 May 22, 1802
Where did Washington and Martha lived?
George and Martha Washington lived in Virginia.
What are the important events in Martha Washington's life?
Martha Washington was born
