General George Washington: Before the Presidency

Meet the man as he became a legend.

By Paige Hettinger | Published Jul 2, 2020

General George Washington on horse at Battle of Princeton — Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons

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General George Washington surrounded by family and one enslaved servant. — George Washington surrounded by his family, attended by one enslaved person, likely valet William Lee.
Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons

General Washington resigns his military commission. — General Washington resigns his military commission.
Photo Credit: Public Domain

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Leaders in History

Political History