George Wahington
Childhood and early adulthood
George Washington was born at Bridges Creek (later known as Wakefield) in Westmoreland County, Virginia, on February 22, 1732.
During 1750~1752, George Washington worked privately a a surveyor.
On April 23,1743,George Wahington's
father, Augustine,died.
On October3, 1753, Washington was sent to assess the strength of the French in the Ohio Valley.
In November 1753, Washington was given the rank of major in the Virginia Miltia.
In 1752, Wahington is appointed to a position the Virginia Miltia.
Involvement in important historical events
French and Indian War
Washington helped British to fight againt French and Indian. In 1775, Washington joined Braddock's War and performed well,showed his talent in military.
The Declaration of Independence
The ratification of the Constitution
The Stamp Act Crisis
Wahington was unhappy about this Act, but he was still more likely to support Britain.
George Washington didn't sign the Declaration of Independence. Because George Washington was Commander of the Continental Army, and he was defending New York City in July 1776.
George Washington was all for the ratification of the constitution! He actually had a hand in writing the constitution himself and presided at the Constitutional Convention of 1787
The formation of the first political parties.
Throughout the two terms of Wahington's presidency, Washington remained nonpartisan. Although he supported their policies, he never joined the Federalist Party of Alexander Hamilton.
Life events
Personal achievements
Turning point
George Washington was the first President in America.
One of the ‘Founding Fathers of the United States'.
Washington has been called the "Father of His Country" .
He was appointed General and Commander-in –Chief of the new Continental Army
Washington retired to Mount Vernon in March 1797.
Washington issued the Neutrality Proclamation on April 22, 1793.
George Washington died on December 14, 1799.
The Stamp Act Crisis: before this act, Wahington thought he was American Englishmen and supported British. After this, he was unhappy about British but his attitude toward them was moderate.
The Second Continental Army: Washington became the chief of the Continental Army and Pariot to have wars with British.
After the Townshend Acts, Washington became angry with British and fought against British.
The First Political Party: Washington favored the Federalist Party becuase of a strong central government, but he said he was not a member in any party.
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