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Birth of George Washington
George Washington was born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, VA. -
Beginning of Military Career
Appointed in the militia with the rank of major. -
Start & End of French & Indian War
The French and English were both determined to gain ownership over the Mississippi River, Washington fought in the French and the Indians. Eventually he was promoted to commander of all Virginia militia. -
Marriage to Martha Washington
Washington marries Martha Dandridge Custis. -
Virginia House of Burgesses
Embracing his status as a head figure in his community, Washington is elected into the Virginia house of Burgesses. -
Battles of Lexington and Concord
Colonial militia and British soldiers face off at Lexington and Concord. (First battles of the Revolutionary War) -
Commander in Chief
Washington is appointed commander in chief of the armed forces of the United Colonies. -
Crossing the Delaware
Washington scores a victory against the British in an attack at Trenton. -
Articles of Confederation
Maryland's version of the Articles of Confederation makes them the governing document of the new United States of America. -
Newburgh Address
Washington gives his well known, Newburgh Address. -
First President of the United States
The Secretary of the Congress informs Washington of his election as the president of the United States. -
Washington DC Beginnings
Congress informs Washington to pick the location of the permanent capital. Washington will spend the next few years planning the city that will represent his name. -
Reelection of Washington
Reelected unanimously, Washington is president for a second term. -
Washington in Military Command
Due to conflict with France, Washington accepts command of American military forces. He is then commissioned lieutenant general. -
Death of George Washington
Sick with a throat infection, Washington dies at Mount Vernon.