George WashingtonHis Life and History

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The Early Years Born in Virginia—February 22, 1732 At least 8 years of schooling—best in math Age 11; his father died. Raised by Older

Brothers and Uncles

Plantation Life

Hardworking Planted tobacco, fruit, grains, & vegetables Developed life-long love for horses

Plantation Life Enjoyed hunting, fishing, and boating on

the river

Life as a General Commander in Chief - July 15th 1775

Life as a General Commander in Chief - July 15th 1775 United the Colonies

Life as a General Commander in Chief - July 15th 1775 United the Colonies Suffered many hardships

Life as a General Commander in Chief - July 15th 1775 United the Colonies Suffered many hardships

Washington’s quartersat Valley Forge

Life as President Inauguration Day Life in the Executive

Mansion

Life as President Inauguration Day Life in the Executive Mansion Number one First Lady Martha

Washington

Last Days Last Letter Death

In what state was George Washington

born?

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What animal didGeorge Washington

especially enjoy?

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George Washington enjoyed hunting,

boating on the river and what?

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George Washington became commander-in-chief on July 15. What year was it?

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True or False: George Washington was

our first president.

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