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George Washington
George Washington is an American hero. He played a leading role in the American Revolution, resided over the Constitutional Convention, and became America's first president. He is often referred to as the "father of the country."
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Who is George Brett married too?
Yes he is married. Brett got in 1992. He didn't want to get married during his career. Yes he is married. Brett got in 1992. He didn't want to get married during his career. Yes he is married. Brett got in 1992. He didn't want to get married during his career.
How many counties are there in the state of Missouri?
115 (including the independent city of St Louis)
How are Thomas Jefferson and George Washington alike?
Both from virgina both married both slave owners and both were elected President. Washington however freed his slaves in his will and provided money and housing and education for those who were either to old or to young to leave.
Did George Washington and General Cornwallce ever meet together?
No, Cornwallis refused to meet with Washington when the British surrendererd at Yorktown, and he was sent home to England without ever having met Washington face to face.
Describe the presidency of George Washington?
George Washington served his time as president for 2 years refused a 3rd but while he was president he had many ideas many of which helped the country when he arrived at parties he wanted to arrive early and wanted to leave of the balcony way he did not like to be introduced when walking into a party because he was so shy we are very glad we had George Washington
How did George Washington make a difference in the United States of America?
- 1st president of US
- commander in chief of continental army during American revolution
- led colonists to victory
- refused to be president for over 8 years
- "father of his country"
- risked everything for his country
- trained 14000 men for American colonies first army
- defeated british although the british had a much larger army and was the most powerful country in the world
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Who was the person that the nation's capital was named after?
George Washington was the person that the capital of the United States of America (Washington DC) was named after.
George Washington was the first President of the USA.
I personally think it was put up so this country
could keep freedom. Or maybe it was because he was such a helpful president. He also died young so they proably wanted us to remember him greatly.
Where did President George Washington die?
Washington preferred to spend his last years in happy retirement at Mount Vernon, Virginia. In mid-December, Washington contracted what was probably quinsy or throat infection and died at his estate on Dec. 14, 1799.
The bed he died in was later in a bedroom at Arlington, an upstairs bedroom at Arlington, the home of George Washington Custis. Arlington later was inherited by Mary Custis Lee, the only child to grow to adulthood. Arlington was seized by the Union at the beginning of the Civil War and was made a cemetery for Union soldiers.
What is the value of the 1789 George Washington peace and friendship coin?
It is a very expensive coin and should be around a little more than $500
Which of the following is not characteristic of George Washington?
He favored permanent alliances with foreign nations
Leaders had clear differences of opinion about federal and state power. The divisions became more defined during Washington's second term in office. The majority of the differences focused on US support of the French Revolution. Washington was making an attempt to maintain neutrality, but many cabinet members were strongly for or against supplying aid.
What do president George Washington and president Andrew Jackson have in common?
The only presidents since Jackson's time to have won the presidency after having lost the popular vote.
What goals did George Washington have in his farewell address?
George Washington's intriguing Farewell address was designed to warn America about establishing any permanent alliances with other countries that would drag the country into unwanted commitments. Washington wanted to ensure that Americans and his successors would preserve the foundation and values in which the country was founded upon, while still maintaining integrity and honesty within the Presidential Office. Washington emphasizes the need to preserve liberty by using inspiring and direct phrases such as, "you should properly estimate the immense value of your national Union to your collective and individual happiness; that you should cherish a cordial, habitual, and immovable attachment to it; accustoming yourselves to think and speak of it as of the Palladium of your political safety and prosperity; watching for its preservation with jealous anxiety..."
Hope this brief interpretation clarified Washington's Farewell address a bit!
What states were admitted to the union during George Washington's presidency?
During George Washington's presidency, Vermont was admitted to the Union on March 4, 1791, and Kentucky was admitted on June 1, 1792. These were the 14th and 15th states to join the United States. Washington's presidency lasted from 1789 to 1797, and these were the only two states admitted during his time in office.
What is a silver dollar that is Written John Adams 2nd president 1797-1801 worth?
It's an ordinary circulation coin, part of the Presidential Series. Four designs are being released each year, depicting the presidents in the order they served.
Note that the coins are NOT gold, they're brass, and hundreds of millions of each are being made. They will not be worth more than $1 any time in the foreseeable future.
The only exception would be if it's a proof coin in its mint packaging. Then it might retail for $1.50 to $2.00
When did George Washington come to America?
George Washington never 'came to America.' He was born in 1732, Westmoreland County Virginia, a native American citizen. Died 1799 in Mount Vernon Virginia (his home.)
What is 3 reasons that George Washington was a good president?
He set many precedents that are still used today. He led the continental army and America to freedom from Britain, and he wasn't afraid of standing next to other powerful men such as, Benjamen Franklin, or John Adams
Who were the many soldiers which fought under General Washington?
All of them. General Washington is selected/ elected to be Commander in Chief on 15 June 1775. General Washington takes command of the army, which was based outside of Boston at Cambridge on 3, July, 1775.
