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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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George Washington won both elections by this?
George Washington was a very succesful man in the war and was elected president
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What state did Washington represent?
George Washington never ran for president. Americans loved him so after he won the Revolution, they just MADE him president. The electors went to wherever electors went back then and voted, unanimously, for Washington for president. But thinking about it...if Washington would have had to run for president, he would have represented Virginia since that's where he lived.
Why did the second continetal congress ask George Washington to lead the continental army?
BECAUSE THE BRITISH soldiers fought till the war was over the miltia fought only a couple months
Are Kate Middleton and George Washington related?
Yes, Kate Middleton and George Washington are 8th cousins 8 times removed through their common ancestors of Sir William Gascoigne and Margaret Percy.
When did the first President begin his first term?
Do you mean of the US or the Continental Congress.
US: George Washington (April 30, 1789)
Continental Congress: Peyton Randolph (September 5, 1774)
Who was the audience of Washington's farewell address?
It was not a actual speech, but was written to be published in the newspapers and to be read by future generation as Washington's last word of advice. It was aimed at all the citizens of the country and particularly at those ruled the country or chose the rulers.
How did George Washington came to inherit Mount Vernon?
Georges great grandfather george John owned it the he died and gave it to georges step brother Lawerence who then died and it was later passed down to george in 1759
Was George Washington the most famous American colonist for most of the 1700s?
No. George Washington was not the most famous American Colonist for most of the 1700's. The most famous colonist for most of the 1700's was Benjamin Franklin. During that era, Benjamin Franklin was a world famous inventor, publisher, and millionaire. George Washington had received some respect in Europe for turning a military fiasco into a victory early in the French and Indian War, but other than that, he was not well known outside Virginia.
What did George Washington do in his free time?
He liked to hunt, fish, and take long walks. Fox hunting was popular with his set. He had his own foxhounds and horses bred for jumping in foxhunts. As he grew older, he enjoyed reading the newspapers to his wife.
Why was George Washington's relationship with his mother strained?
George Washington wasn't close with his mother(Mary Washington) at all. Mary Washington was a bossy women with a cold expression. She was never proud of her son even after George became president, or became a very respected general. Even George's friends were very scared of his mother. So, George started his letters to Mary as " Honered Madam " instead of " Dear mother ". Also, George never introduced his wife( Martha custis) to his mother. They didn't get along that well.
Did George Washington survive the war?
Yes, he did. Kind of surprising don't you think? Because the war was pretty intense.
What was marquis de Lafayette important events?
Timeline:
Sept. 6, 1757-Lafayette is born
April 11, 1774-Marries Adrienne d'Ayen-Noailles
1777-Goes to America to fight in Revolutionary War, meets George Washington, Battle of Brandywine
1779-Returns to France
1780-Returns to America with armed forces
1789- Presents the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen, elected commandment-general of National Guard
1792-Robespierre orders Lafayette arrested
1796-Lafayette is released from prison in Austria
1815-helps force Napoleon Bonaparte into exile
1834-Dies in Paris
Thanks to http://lifeoflafayette.blogspot.com
Which two presidents were born on the same day?
James Polk and Warren Harding were both born on November 2, but many years apart.
What important contributions did George Washington do?
He helped establish a firm government and improved on how the government worked. I do agree about the Jay's treaty, it angered many people in fact to the point of rioting. And it did help with our relations with Britain. He also was the one who kept us from getting in to foreign nations' wars. But this also angered many people. Over all many things that he established are still in progress to day such as the Secretary of State and many other positions.
What was added to the Constitution during Washington's presidency?
The first 10 amendments, known as the bill of rights, were added to the constitution while Washington was president.
George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were similar in that both?
gave the nation stability as early Presidents
What is the value of Bicentennial Coins?
Any that you find in circulation are only worth face value. They're made of copper-nickel
Special 40% silver versions were sold to collectors but these should be in their original packaging; value depends on whether they're proof or uncirculated versions.
George Washington's awards and accomplishments?
Some of George Washington's awards and accomplishments were: he was a successful planter and landowner, a successful General of the Army, recipient of the Congressional Gold Medal, and the first elected President of the United States.
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What did George Washington sign?
George Washington signed the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and your mothers reproductive organ (A.K.A Uterus)
