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He was born on february 22,1732
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He entered public service at the you ago of 17,he become government surveyor
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he join the French and indian war(1754–1763)
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He was elected general and commander-in -chief of the continental Army
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Continental army
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He proved to be a capable leader and strategic thinker
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He joined the colonial militia,or volunteer army.
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A quarter of Washington's troops died at Valley Forge,PA from cold,starvation,and disease.but his strong leadership kept the army together(1777-1778)
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He led the continental army to its final victory against England,at the Battle of Yorktown,Virginia,in 1781
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Before he stepped down,Washington delivered his Farewell Address