George Washington

George Washington was an American military officer, statesman, and Founding Father who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797. Appointed by the Continental... Wikipedia

• Born:  February 22, 1732, Popes Creek, Virginia, British America
• Died:  December 14, 1799, Mount Vernon, Virginia, U.S.
• Cause of death:  Epiglottitis
• Resting place:  Mount Vernon, Virginia, U.S.
• Political party:  Independent
• Children:  John and Patsy Parke Custis (adopted)
• Parents:  Augustine Washington, Mary Ball Washington
• Relatives:  Washington family
• Residence:  Mount Vernon, Virginia, U.S.
• Occupation:  Military officer, politician
• Civilian awards:  Congressional Gold Medal, Thanks of Congress
• Vice President:  John Adams
• Preceded by:  Office established
• Succeeded by:  John Adams
• Data source:  DuckDuckGo