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George Washington

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A slender acquaintance with the world must convince every man that actions, not words, are the true criterion of the attachment of friends.


— George Washington


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The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good.


— George Washington


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Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone, and let your hand give in proportion to your purse.


— George Washington


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True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity, before it is entitled to the appellation.


— George Washington


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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.


— George Washington


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Mankind, when left to themselves, are unfit for their own government.


— George Washington


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I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.


— George Washington


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The basis of our political system is the right of the people to make and to alter their constitutions of government.


— George Washington


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The marvel of all history is the patience with which men and women submit to burdens unnecessarily laid upon them by their governments.


— George Washington


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My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from her.


— George Washington


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Did you know about George Washington?

1777 campaigns
In the late summer of 1777 the British under John Burgoyne sent a major invasion army south from Quebec with the intention of splitting off rebellious New England. United States Constitution

Washington's retirement to Mount Vernon was short-lived. French and Indian War (or 'Seven Years War' 1754–1758)

In 1753 the French began expanding their military control into the "Ohio Country" a territory also claimed by the British colonies of Virginia and Pennsylvania.

As the leader of the first successful revolution against a colonial empire in world history Washington became an international icon for liberation and nationalism especially in France and Latin America. Chosen by the Second Continental Congress in 1775 to be commander-in-chief of the Continental Army in the American Revolution Washington managed to force the British out of Boston in 1776 but was defeated and almost captured later that year when he lost New York City. His leadership style establiGeorge Washingtond many forms and rituals of government that have been used since such as using a cabinet system and delivering an inaugural address.

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