History of George Washington

  • Birth

    Birth

    Washington was born in Wakefield, Virginia.
  • Lieutenant Colonel / French and Indian War

    Lieutenant Colonel / French and Indian War

    Washington was commissioned to join the British army against the French.
  • Marriage

    Marriage

    George Washington married Martha Dandridge at age 27.
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    Revolutionary War

    The war where the Americans fought for their freedom against the Britain.
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    Commander in Chief of the Continental Army

    George Washington became the leader of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War.
  • Crossing The Delaware

    Crossing The Delaware

    Washington famously crossed The Delaware River into Pennsylvania for a surprise attack.
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    Valley Forge

    Washington tended and treated his army through a harsh winter in Valley Forge.
  • The Signing of The Constitution

    The Signing of The Constitution

    George Washington signs the United States Constitution.
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    Presidency

    Geoge Washington was the first president of the United States.
  • Second Term

    Second Term

    George Washington won over a second term over John Adams in the Election of 1793.
  • Whiskey Rebellion

    Whiskey Rebellion

    A tax has been put on distilled spirits causing a rebellious reaction from Pennsylvania. Washington dispersed the rebellion by leading troops into the territory.
  • Death

    Death

    Washington died in Mount Vernon, Virginia.