George Washington

George Washington (February 22, 1732 [O.S. February 11, 1731] – December 14, 1799) was the commander of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War (1775–1783) and served as the first President of the United States of America (1789–1797). For his central role in the formation of the United States, he is often referred to as the father of his country. The Continental Congress appointed Washington commander-in-chief of the American revol... more

Date of birth:

  • Feb 22, 1732

Date of death:

  • Dec 14, 1799 (age 67 years)

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  • 1

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  • The Father of the United States,
  • The Father of Our Country

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John Adams

John Adams (October 30, 1735  – July 4, 1826) was an American politician and the second President of the United States (1797–1801), after being the first Vice President (1789–1797) for two terms. He is regarded as one of the most influential Founding Fathers of the United States. Adams came to...

The 1st President of the United States

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John Adams

John Adams (October 30, 1735  – July 4, 1826) was an American politician and the second President of the United States (1797–1801), after being the...

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  • Apr 30, 1789
  • Mar 4, 1797

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