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    The World Renowned Washington It is human nature to live and work together. As a species, humanity has always sought to form groups or communities set with common goals and interests. In order to merit any success within these groupings, it proves imperative that one member maintains control over all others. There are many titles passed to venerated persons selected to maintain dominion: chieftain, president, kaiser, king, prime minister, etc. Those who engage with this bold task of commanding a sovereign state are collectively known as world leaders. Such individuals have taken the role of leadership to one of its greatest extremes, where all of one’s qualities are tested with immense scrutiny. For a country, nation, or tribe to be great,…

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    Our first president, George Washington’s, birth took place on February 22, 1732. Washington’s original birth place was in Pope’s Creek in Westmoreland County, Virginia. Washington's birthday is strenuous to figure out because he was born twenty years before the introduction to the calendar. Americans honor Washington's day of birth the Monday before his actual birthday. When Washington was eleven his father, Augustine Washington, died leaving most of the property to George’s older brothers.…

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    George Washington, Spymaster is a well known book written by Thomas Allen. This book takes place in the late 1700’s during the American Revolution George Washington Spymaster, Thomas Allen looks at some of the culvert techniques used by President George during the Revolutionary War. This award winning National Geographic book presents the unreported stories behind the American Revolution. George Washington, Spymasters is a remarkable and amusing record of the most essential parts of our…

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    George Washington was born on February 22, 1732. He was born in Pope’s Creek in Westmoreland County, Virginia. It is strenuous to figure out his actual birthday because he was born twenty years before the introduction to the calendar. Americans celebrate Washington's birthday the Monday before his actual birthday. When Washington was eleven his father, Augustine Washington, died leaving most of the property to George’s older brothers. Augustine married Washington's mother, Mary Ball, in 1731.…

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    Generalship of George Washington George Washington was the first president of the United States. He was also famous because of his generalship in the Revolutionary War. His contribution to American Independence is praised throughout the history, and Washington is even called the Father of United States. George Washington 's military strategies led Americans to fight back the British Empire. Without Washington’s leadership, America would not be able to become independent. On June 14, 1755, the…

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    Main Qualities Used by Washington George Washington, the first president of the United States of America, faced numerous obstacles, fought against a superior numbered British Army, and often suffered serious complications during the thirteen original colonies rise to independence. In this essay, I will demonstrate three enduring qualities of our celebrated leader and founding father, George Washington, as shown in Robert Harvey’s, “Maverick Military Leaders” (2008). Raising Morale Upon his…

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    George Washington: Early Influences That Made Him A Good Revolutionary War Leader: General George Washington was born on February 22, 1732 in Westmoreland County, Virginia. He played a masterful role in the victory of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Events in his earlier life, along with his lack of traditional education enhanced his leadership skills, and strengthened his determination, which ultimately led to victory (Bio.com). His great grandfather, John Washington, moved…

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    1776 was written by renowned author David McCullough and retells the events of the American Revolution. The book closely follows George Washington as he commands the American army through the hardships that they faced in these times. Both Washington and his soldiers dealt with harsh conditioning which lead to low morale. This sense of overall gloom contributed to the departing of many of the soldiers in the war and some even took weapons or other trinkets of war as collateral for their time…

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    George Washington (1789-1797) “Father of the NAtion” Grade: A When the nascent nation struggled to form its own identity, it was necessary to have a leader to guide the country through the process. A strong leader in the Revolution, Washington was the most favorable and prepared man to become the first President of the U.S. Although he felt unprepared, Washington coordinated and strengthened the federal government well and cautiously appointed officials that would be of best assistance.…

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    prominent first president, George Washington? George Washington the first of the United States’ forty three presidents. George did many helpful and honorable things. For example, he helped shape our country by setting up our government. He was also a great leader that kept peace with foreigners and throughout America. To know about America’s famous and principled president George Washington, you need to know about his background, his politics, and his lifestyle. George Washington’s background…

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