George Washington

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

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1. What is the birth?February 22, 1732
2. What is the nationality?American
3. Who was George Washington?George Washington was the first President of the United States and a hero of the American Revolution. He is remembered for his integrity, leadership, and commitment to democratic principles.
4. When and where was he born?George Washington was born on February 22, 1732, in Westmoreland County, Virginia. He grew up in a modest family with a small farm.

Commander-in-Chief: The highest-ranking officer who directs a nation's armed forces, making strategic decisions, overseeing military operations, and ensuring national security under civilian leadership.
Continental Army: The unified military force of the thirteen American colonies during the Revolutionary War, organized under Washington’s command, which fought to secure independence from Britain and established the foundations of the United States military tradition.
Federal Cabinet: A group of the President’s top advisors, each heading an executive department, responsible for policy advice, implementation, and coordination of federal government functions, and serves as a bridge between the executive and the public.
Farewell Address: Washington’s 1796 speech outlining principles for the nation’s future, warning against political parties and foreign entanglements, emphasizing neutrality, unity, and the importance of a stable republic.