George Washington

By Sean

Introduction

Date of birth Feb, 22,1732 . He was born in a farmhouse.George was known for being the first president.

Family and childhood Augustine was his

father was his mother. He grew up in Westmoreland county Virginia. He went to school until he was eleven. George liked math and the outdoors.

Adult Years and Contributions He married Martha Custis. He adopted two children. He was surveyor at first then joined

the Army fighting for the king. In 1763 he lead the Virginia Army

against the French. 1775 he was chosen to lead the

American Army against the British. 1793 he became the first president.

Major Accomplishments

War hero and first president of the U.S.A. freed our country from Britain.

Interesting Facts He was the first

president He was a surveyor George only went to

school until he was eleven years old.

Final Years He died on

December 14th, 1799 in his home, Mount Vernon. He got ill after getting caught in a storm.

Sources Washington’s Birthday by Clyde Robert

Bulla Encyclopedia of Presidents by Zachary

Kent