His father, Augustine, is a plantation owner who dies when George is 11. June 15, 1775 Having served with distinction in the French and Indian War, Washington is appointed as commander-in-chief of ...

Though they worked in close proximity for years, Alexander Hamilton and George Washington never ... the attention of Continental Army Commander Washington during the retreat from New York.

Aaron Burr, who served briefly on his staff during the Revolution, considered George Washington a ... to walk home to Virginia. Still, Washington was appointed a colonel when he returned to ...

George Washington of Virginia, the commander of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, was elected the first president of the United States by all 69 presidential electors who cast votes.

Visitors can also see the Assembly Room where George Washington was appointed commander in chief of the Continental Army. Recent reviewers agree this is a must-see in Philadelphia. Located in ...