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George Washington

Published on Nov 23, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Child Hood
George Washington was born on February 22, 1732, in Westmoreland, County Virginia. His father died when he was eleven years old, and the boy spent the next few years living in different households throughout Virginia. He lived with his mother near Fredericksburg, Virginia and with relatives in Westmoreland, but he also lived with his half brother in Mount Vernon.

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Not much is known about Washington's childhood.Many American children have heard the story of how the young Washington took a hatchet and cut down a cherry tree, then admitted his deed because his honest character would not allow him to lie.

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Adult Hood
George Washington was the first President of the United States who led the Continental Army to victory in the American Revolutionary War against the Kingdom of Great Britain and saved the nation from the threat of collapse during its most crucial time.

Adult Hood
The commander-in-chief of the American Revolution Army, Washington became the President of the world's most powerful country in 1789 following the end of war with The Great Britain in 1783. As President, George Washington played a leading role in drafting the American Constitution in 1787 and extended his contribution by building a strong central government, establishing a national bank system and implementing an effective tax system.

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS

  • Washington established the U.S Navy.
  • He signed Treaties to end wars or establish friendship.
  • Washington established the 1st 10 amendments to the constitution.
  • He lead the U.S to victory in the Revolutionary War.
  • Voted as President for 2 terms.