George  WASHINGTON

1732 Birth
22 February 1732
Pope's Creek, Westmoreland, Crown Colony of Virginia

Biography
The Father of our Country was born in Westmoreland County, Va., February 22, 1732. His parents were Augustine and Mary (Ball) Washington. The family to which he belonged has not been satisfactorily traced in England. His great-grandfather, John Washington, emigrated to Virginia about 1657, and became a prosperous planter. He had two sons, Lawrence and John. The former married Mildred Warner, and had three children, John, Augustine and Mildred. Augustine, the father of George, first married Jane Butler, who bore him four children, two of whom, Lawrence and Augustine, reached maturity. Of six children by his second marriage, George was the eldest, the others being Betty, Samuel, John Augustine, Charles and Mildred.

Augustine Washington, the father of George, died in 1743, leaving a large landed property. To his eldest son, Lawrence, he bequeathed an estate on the Potomac, afterwards known as Mt. Vernon, and to George he left the parental residence. George received only such education ...Read MORE...


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1754 - French and Indian War began; George Washington claimed first victory at Laurel Mountain; Lenape Indians attacked Gnadenhutten Mission, killed 11 white people
In 1754, George Washington, a young and ambitious officer in the British colonial forces, achieved a significant milestone in his military career with his claimed victory at Laurel Mountain. This event occurred during the early stages of the French and Indian War, a conflict that pitted British and colonial forces against the French and their Native American allies in North America. Washington's victory at Laurel Mountain marked a crucial moment in his leadership development, showcasing his strategic acumen and determination in the face of challenging terrain and formidable adversaries.

The battle itself was part of Washington's efforts to secure the Ohio River Valley region, which was hotly contested due to its strategic importance and valuable fur trade. Despite facing logistical challenges and an outnumbered force, Washington's leadership and determination enabled him to secure a tactical victory. This early success at Laurel Mountain not only bolstered Washington's reputation...Read MORE...


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1759 Marriage / Partner
George WASHINGTON and Martha DANDRIDGE January 6, 1759, White House plantation, Virginia, USA

He was 26 years old.

Revolutionary War
WASHINGTON, GEORGE
Ancestor #: A121962
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Service: VIRGINIA Rank(s): GENERAL
Birth: 2-22-1732 WAKEFIELD VIRGINIA
Death: 12-14-1799 MT VERNON VIRGINIA

Comments:
1) PRESIDENT WASHINGTON DID NOT HAVE ANY DESCENDANTS. ONLY PAPER IS COLLATERAL LINE.
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June 14, 1775 - Colonies establish a Continental Army to be headed by George Washington.
The decision to establish the Continental Army was a crucial step in the early stages of the American Revolutionary War. Before this, the colonies had been relying on local militias to confront British forces. However, as tensions escalated and it became clear that a more organized and unified military force was necessary, the Continental Congress authorized the creation of the Continental Army.

George Washington, a respected military leader from Virginia, was chosen to lead the army. His leadership and strategic acumen would prove instrumental in guiding the colonies to eventual victory over the British. Under Washington's command, the Continental Army faced numerous challenges, including harsh winters, supply shortages, and a formidable enemy. Despite these difficulties, Washington's leadership helped to keep the army together and maintain morale during trying times.

The establishment of the Continental Army marked a significant milestone in the American Revolution, signaling...Read MORE...


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1778 - (Pawling) From September to November 1778, General Washington resided in and used John Kane’s house in Pawling as his headquarters.

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1781 - Meeting
Washington and Rochambeau confer at Webb House in Wethersfield.
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1789 - George Washington inaugurated as first U. S. president in New York City

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1789 - April 30 - George Washington (1732–1799) became 1st President of the United States
On April 30, 1789, in a deep, low voice, George Washington gave his first speech as president of the United States. This speech is now known as the first presidential inaugural address. He spoke to a joint session of Congress that had gathered in Federal Hall (New York City, then the nation's capital).

Washington kept his first speech very simple. He spoke about ideas for amendments to the Constitution. He finished by asking for a “divine blessing” on the American people and their elected representatives.

It may sound odd, but George Washington did not run for president of the United States. He did not want to be president. George Washington hesitated at first about becoming President, but he served two terms in office.
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Burial
Name: George Washington
Maiden Name:
Event Type: Burial
Event Date: 1799
Event Place: Mount Vernon, Fairfax, Virginia, United States of America
Photograph Included: Yes
Birth Date: 22 Feb 1732
Death Date: 14 Dec 1799
Affiliate Record Identifier: 1075
Cemetery: Mount Vernon Estate

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1799 Death
14 December 1799
Mount Vernon, Fairfax, Virginia, USA

He died at the age of 67.

1930 - July 4 – The dedication of George Washington's sculpted head is held at Mount Rushmore in South Dakota.
On July 4, 1930, an iconic moment in American history unfolded at Mount Rushmore, South Dakota, with the dedication of George Washington's sculpted head. This event marked a significant milestone in the ambitious Mount Rushmore project initiated by sculptor Gutzon Borglum and his team. The dedication ceremony itself was a grand affair, drawing national attention and celebrating not just the completion of Washington's head but also signaling progress on what would become one of America's most recognizable landmarks.

Mount Rushmore, originally envisioned as a tribute to American democracy and its founding principles, aimed to immortalize key figures in U.S. history. George Washington, revered as the nation's first president and a symbol of leadership and integrity, was chosen as one of the initial figures to be sculpted into the granite face of the mountain.
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