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1732. February 22. George Washington born.

1747. Left school.

1748. Became a surveyor.

1753. Sent by Governor Dinwiddie on a mission to the French.

1754. Appointed lieutenant-colonel and sent against the

French and Indians.

1755. Joined General Braddock's staff with rank of colonel.

1757. Resigned his army commission.

1759. Married Martha Dandridge Custis.

1775. Appointed commander-in-chief of American forces,

in Revolution.

1781. Receives surrender of Cornwallis.

1788. Became first President of the United States.

1797. Ended second term as President.

1799. December 14. Died at Mt. Vernon.