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    American Hero: George Washington There is no doubt that George Washington is one of the greatest American heroes for his significant contribution to the United States. He directed the Continental Army as the General to fight against Indian and French and won the American Revolution (Patten 219-222). Although the war lasted eight years, Washington insisted on leading the army in the bad situations where the weather was bad and the soldiers were ill-trained. He also became the first president from

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    There is a clear reason why George Washington is the best out of the first four Presidents. He is quite possibly one of the best. He was really the one who pushed our nation to heights that were thought to have been impossible to reach. He also put out laws and regulations that balanced the government, and benefitted the people. There are good reasons as to why Jefferson, Madison, and Adams cut it close that will eventually be touched on. George Washington is probably one of the most well known

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    The revered and respected first president, George Washington, gave the US hope during one of its most difficult times. Using the events and circumstances of his life to learn and advance his position, he grew from humble beginnings into a legend. George Washington had a valuable, well-rounded education from ages seven to fifteen, studying all the subjects (Nevins and Graff). Due to his father’s death, George grew up under the supervision of his half-brother Lawrence at Mount Vernon, learning many

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    The Life of George Washington Essay

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    have formed and many people have risen to the challenges of their time to make a better country for every American citizen. George Washington was one of those people. He is widely known as one of the founding fathers of America. George Washington was born February 22, 1732 in Westmoreland County, Virginia. He was the oldest son of Augustine and Mary Washington. George Washington lived through and was part of many of America’s first couple defining moments in history. He served as a politician, Army

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    America, George Washington, was born on the 22nd of February in 1732 in Westmoreland County, Virginia. He served as a general and a commander-in-chief of the Rebels during the Revolutionary War. After winning the war, George Washington was unanimously elected the first president of the United States. After serving two terms as president, he returned to his home in Mount Vernon, Virginia and died on the 14th of December in 1799. Despite failing several times throughout his early career, George Washington

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    Failures of George Washington. As a young boy, George Washington grew up in a small town in Pope’s Creek, Virginia. He came from this small town in hopes of achieving great things, like becoming the first president of the United States. He faced many failures, but by overcoming them he made many great achievements. Although, he faced hardship and failures, he did not let those get in the way of his goals. He became one of the greatest presidents on the United States of America. George Washington had early

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    George Washington Analysis George Washington, the first president of America set up the country with valuable principles to ensure the prosperity of the country. Currently America is a leading country in the world in many aspects due to the foundation Washington provided. Washington’s legacy inspired others to do their best to ensure America still stands in the glorified ways it did before. The dedication and leadership Washington displayed was so influential that many others tried to emulate him

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    it all started Did you know that George Washington was almost killed when his horse was shot from under him. In this essay you will learn about George Washington and how he became a great leader. Also, you will learn how he accomplished many things and also died. Birth Feb 22, 1732 George washington was born. He grew up in Westmoreland County, Virginia. He lived with his brother and his dad. His mom died when George was 11 years old and his brother

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    biography on the first president, George washington. The reason I chose him was because he was the third person who came into mind. George was the first president of the United states. He’s one of the most famous people in U.S. history. He had many nicknames such as Father of His Country, The American Cincinnatus, The American Fabius, and Town Destroyer. He was one of the founding fathers of the U.S. The second part is about his personal life, or his life before war. George was born on February 22, 1732

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    I was glad to hear you made it back to your home safely. After you left, I reflected back on our conversations about George Washington and the Revolutionary War. Thanks to you and your quest for knowledge, I have done research on the great general and am happy to pass along my findings to you. Leading up to the Revolutionary War the colonists were thriving in America. Tobacco was a major export, and America was making a name on its own globally. There was growing resentment toward Great Britain

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