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Martha Washington

Martha Washington (1731-1802), known as "Lady Washington" during her lifetime, was the wife of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Martha Washington is also considered the first First Lady of the United States, although the term "First Lady" wasn't coined until after her death. Questions and answers about the first First Lady can be found in this category.

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Did George and Martha Washington have kids?

None. Martha had four kids with her first husband, two of which survived. Her and George raised to two surviving ones together.

When did Martha Thimmesch die?

Martha Thimmesch died on March 26, 2007, in Dubuque, Iowa, USA.

Did Martha Washington like to sew?

Yes, Martha Washington was known to be skilled in sewing and needlework. She enjoyed creating clothing and other textiles with her needle and thread.

Why is Washington famous for its fish?

The natural beauty of the mountains and water, especially Mount Rainier and Puget Sound. Salmon, apples, wine, coffee (Starbucks), computer software (Microsoft), and grunge/indy rock music (Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Modest Mouse, et al).

Did George washington's children?

George Washington had no children of his own. His wife Martha Dandridge Custic had kids from a previous marraige and he helped raise them. There names were Martha and John.

How did Martha Washington make a Difference?

Martha Washington helped make a difference by keeping up the morale of the Continental Army officers during the American Revolutionary War. She believed in the war and the people's right to freedom.

Who was Martha Washington married to before George Washington?

Yes. Her name was Martha Washington. They were married on Jan. 6, 1759. It was her second marriage.

How old was Martha Washington?

Martha (Custis) Washington was a widow when she married George: she had four children with her first husband, but only two of them survived into the time when she re-married. Those two were John (Jacky) Parke Custis, who lived to be 27 years old and died in 1781; and Martha ("Patsy") Parke Custis, who died in 1773 when she was only 17. George and Martha Washington did not have any children together.

Where did Martha and George Washington live together?

George and Martha Washington liven in NY because after defeating the British at Long Island, he took up residence in NYC.

Why did Martha Washington support her side the patriots?

She didn't help, but I'm sure she sent good vibes to the soldiers fighting in the war :)

Was Martha Washington buried alive after a catatonic episode?

This is an urban myth. Martha Washington died of "severe fever" May 22, 1802 and was buried along side her husband George Washington in Mount Vernon. The myth started because George Washington had a great fear of being buried alive and often discussed this with his wife Martha. George Washington succumbed to a fever, sore throat and boils due to running a high fever and it was said that he caught a bad chill while campaigning. Because of the "blood letting" that was believed in during this time this caused more complications and George Washington died suddenly while feeling his own pulse while he wife Mary sat at the foot of his bed. Both were dead upon burial.

What were the characteristics of George Washington's aristocratic life?

His characteristics were that he was very modest and thoughtful. He was also a high-minded gentleman of courage and stainless honor. He was simple and stately of manner. And he was kind and generous of heart.

How do Martha Washington felt about the congress wanting George Washington to serve a third term as president?

The Washingtons did not have a happy marriage, so Martha encouraged George to run again. She felt it would help him have purpose in life and get him out of the house. When he decided to not run again, she tried to persuade him to run anyhow, and asked his good friend Thomas Paine to try to talk him into it.

What are some things that you might not know about Martha Washington?

She was related to Robert e lee, who later became the head confederate general during the civil war (Robert Lee married her great grand daughter.). She had over 250 slaves, which she freed in 1801. She stayed with her husband, general George Washington, during the revolution war. Imagine staying at an army camp for that many years!

Why was Martha Washington important in the Revolutionary War?

She was at Valley Forge with other officer wives. As First Lady she held teas every Monday for the ladies of congress and held official banquets that are reported as several courses and very involved.

Was Martha Washington a hero?

Martha Washington was the first First Lady of the United States. She was born on June 2, 1731 and died on May 22, 1802 of a sickness. George Washington, (her husband), died a couple years before her of a sickness too.
Martha Washington was married to George Washington.

What was George Washington's goals in life?

He served as Commanding General of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War when the British were defeated, and served as the first elected President of the USA. Following his presidency, he became the new country's largest distiller of whiskey. His restored distillery is located near Mount Vernon.

Where did Martha Washington work?

No, Martha Dandridge Custis Washington [June 2, 1731-May 22, 1802] didn't have a job in the sense of carrying out certain responsibilities for which she received regular pay. But she was expected to carry out joblike responsibilities. Specifically, she was born, and married into, the wealthy landowning class in the subsequent United States of America. So she received a dowry and an inheritance. In return for economic security, she received a private education that prepared her to take her place in society as a hostess and as the manager of the household.

What colony was Martha Washington born in?

Martha did not move around much. She was born , married and died in coastal Virgina. She was born and married for the first time near Williamsburg, VA.

Were George Washngton's wooden teeth real?

G Washingtons teethGeorge Washington had fake teeth, but it was not all made out of wood. His teeth were a combination of wood and ivory.

Did Martha Washington have an education?

Martha Washington did not go to school because there weren't any schools in the time of the birth to the time of her death but she was educated in her domestic and social skills. Martha Washington did not go to school because there weren't any schools in the time of the birth to the time of her death but she was educated in her domestic and social skills.

Did Martha Washington get remarried?

No, but one day a magically purple unicorn granted her her wish of becoming the first lady.

OF COURSE! She was actually married twice. Once to Daniel Custus, who died, and then to George Washington.

Is their a statue of Martha Washington?

No. First Ladies don't have monuments. Very few women in general do. Think about all of the monuments and memorials you know about. None are for women. Just, recently there has been one made for nurses who died in areas of war. All of this reflects the second class status that women have been placed in society.

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.