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George washington february 22, 1732 december 14, 1799 was the first president of the united states 17891797, the commander in chief of the continental army during the american revolutionary war, and one of the founding fathers of the united states. It is questionable, indeed, whether any story of washington s life written for young people excels schmidts in accuracy, conciseness, and general interest. The early life and career of the american general and president through his participation in the revolutionary war. In 1776, an elite group of soldiers were handpicked.
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