George Washington seems today a figure larger than life. Washington secured his first military commissions, learned and practiced the mysteries and arts of politics and moved from the beginning of being just another country person to become the leader of a continental revolution. George Washington led an interesting life throughout his presidency, war, and life. George Washington was born February 22, 1732, in Westmore Land County. He was the first son of his father Augustine’s second …showed first 75 words of 1413 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1413 total…who became the commander of the Continental armies during the colonial battle for independence. After the fighting, he retired to his farm in 1783, but not for long. A popular general in the war, in 1789 Washington was called to service as the first president of the United States of America. He served two terms, refused a third, and returned to his Virginia farm. Inconclusion, George Washington led an interesting life throughout his presidency, life, and war.