1732 – 1799
George Washington
A brave farmer who became America's very first president.
The Story
Long, long ago, America was brand new.
George helped the colonies win their freedom, riding his horse through cold winters with his soldiers.
When it was time to pick a leader, everyone chose George because he was fair and kind.
He became the first president — the very first one ever!
He showed the world that a country could pick its own leader.
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