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Famous Lives

The Life of George Washington

SOCIAL STUDIES

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Famous Lives

The Life of George Washington

By Maria Nelson

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Nelson, Maria. The life of George Washington / Maria Nelson. p. cm. ( Famous lives) Includes index. ISBN 978-1-4339-6351-3 ( pbk. ) ISBN 978-1-4339-6352-0 ( 6-pack) ISBN 978-1-4339-6349-0 ( library binding) Washington, George, 1732-1799 Juvenile literature. Presidents United States Biography Juvenile literature. I. Title. E312. N44 2012 41092 dc23 [ B] 2011020900 First Edition

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Contents

Founding Father Early Life Revolution! Making a Country The First President An Honorable Man Remembering George Glossary For More Information Index

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Founding Father

George Washington served as the first president of the United States. He led the colonial army during the American Revolution . He was known throughout the world as an honorable man and important leader.

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Early Life

George was born in 1732 to a wealthy Virginia family. His father died when George was George then lived part of the time with his mother and part of the time with his oldest brother at Mount Vernon.

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In 1752, George joined the Virginia militia . He led it during a war between France and England that began in 1754. George became well respected. In 1759, he married Martha Dandridge Custis. They lived at Mount Vernon.

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Revolution!

By the 1760s, the colonies were unhappy with British rule. In 1774, representatives from all the colonies met in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. George represented Virginia. He shared his views on many matters.

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The American Revolution began in 1775. George was chosen to lead the colonial army. He was strong and brave during the war. Georges battle plans helped the colonists win their freedom!

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Making a Country

George returned to Philadelphia in 1787. There, he led the meeting at which the US Constitution was written. It stated that the countrys leader would be a president chosen by the people.

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The First President

George became the first US president in 1789. He was so well liked that he was voted into office again in 1792. George worked to gain other countries respect for the United States.

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An Honorable Man

George died on December 14, 1799. People all over the world honored him. Friend Henry Lee wrote that George was first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen.

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Remembering George

Today, George Washington is remembered in many ways. Washington, DC, and the state of Washington are named for him. The Washington Monument was built in his honor. We even celebrate Georges birthday!

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