George Washington, known as the Father of America, was an American politician, military leader and the first President of the United States of America. Due to his successful leadership and strategic skills, America was able to get independence from the clutches of the British. In this article, you know everything about George Washington's Biography such that his Age, Height, Birthplace, Family, His Achievement and much more.
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America's great hero George Washington was born on February 22, 1732 in Westmoreland County, Virginia. He was the eldest son of Augustine Washington and his second wife, Mary Ball Washington. He belonged to a wealthy and affluent family. He completed his early schooling from his father and a local church sexton. His father died when he was 11. He had a strong desire to join the army, so at the age of 16, with the help of his step-elder brother Lawrence, he became a volunteer in the army.
In 1752, his elder step brother Lawrence died of tuberculosis , after which he inherited Mount Vernon, a large estate on the banks of the Potomac River. Along with this, he also started getting involved in local politics. In 1754, Virginia Governor Robert Dinwiddie sent Washington to head a military campaign to a war against the French. The campaign was unsuccessful, but Washington gained valuable military experience as well as the skills to become a leader.
In 1775, Washington was appointed as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army by the Continental Congress where he represented the American army in the fight against the British. Despite facing many
difficulties and being unsuccessful many times, he did not give up and took his breath by making America independent. After that he retired from the army and became strongly active in politics.
In 1787, he was made the President of the Constitutional Convention where he played an important role in making the Constitution of America. In 1789, George Washington was unanimously elected the first President of America. He completed his two terms (1789-1797) as the President of America. During his tenure, he took very important steps in the interest of the country, due to which today America has become the most powerful and prosperous country in the world. He made Washington DC the capital of America. And also presided over the creation of a national bank and pensions system. He died on December 14, 1799, at the age of 67, at his home in Mount Vernon, Virginia. A wave of mourning spread throughout the country and on that day all the Americans paid tribute to their hero with great emotion. Due to his leadership, integrity and democratic ideals, he is known as "the Father of America."
George Washington Biography:
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Full Name | George Washington |
Born Death | February 22,1732, Westmoreland County, Virginia December 14, 1799 (Age- 67 years), Mount Vernon, Virginia |
| Political Party | Congress |
| Parents | Father - Augustine Washington Mother - Mary Ball Washington |
| Height | 6 Feet 2 Inch |
| Children | 0 |
| Achievement | President of the United States Of America(1789-1797) , Commander in Chief of the Continental Army(1775) President of the Constitutional Convention (1787) |
| Awards | First Gold Medal from Continental Congress |
| Military Service | Commander-in-Chief |
| Spouse | Martha Washington |
Some Interesting and Unknown Facts about George Washington:
- Washington was a very rich person and his empire at Mount Vernon covered over 8,000 acres including several hundred slaves.
- George Washington suffered from a number of health problems throughout his life, including dysentery, malaria, and tuberculosis.
- George Washington is the only president in US history to have never lived in the White House. The White House was not completed until after his death.
- George Washington was also a very good dancer, fisherman, writer, musician and horse rider.
- George Washington was one of the Tallest President of America in history.
- George Washington was a man of many firsts. He was the first president of the United States, he was also the first person to sign the US Constitution and the first commander-in-chief of the Continental Army.
- George Washington was a true patriot and dedicated his life to serving his country. He remains one of the most favorite and respected figures in American history.
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