George Washington ; Presidency, American Revolution

George Washington Biography George Washington George Washington was born on February 22, 1732, in Westmoreland County, Virginia, British America. He was the first President of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797. Washington played a crucial role in the American Revolutionary War and is often regarded as the father of his country. Early Life: Washington was born into a wealthy family of tobacco planters. His father, Augustine Washington, was a planter and his mother, Mary Ball Washington, came from a prominent Virginia family. Washington's family owned several plantations, and he grew up on the family estate called "Ferry Farm." Education: Washington received a basic education at home and later attended a school in Virginia. His education was cut short at the age of 11 when his father died. As the eldest son, Washington was expected to take over the family estate and manage the family's affairs. Military Career: In his early twenties, Washington began his ...