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A rollicking rhyme portrays George Washington's lifelong struggle with bad teeth. A timeline taken from diary entries and other nonfiction sources follows.

When General George Washington beat a hasty retreat from New York City in August 1776, many thought the American Revolution might soon be over. Instead, Washington rallied--thanks in large part to a little-known, top-secret group called the Culper Spy Ring. Washington realized that he couldn't beat the British with military might, so he recruited a sophisticated and deeply secretive intelligence network to infiltrate New York. So carefully guarded...

Examines the character and personal qualities of Washington, emphasizing his military successes during the years of the Revolutionary War.

A simple biography of the first president of the United States.

Washington's story from childhood through death with added information on the various ways in which he has been honored on his birthday.

"In 1789, George Washington became the first president of the United States. He has been called the father of our country for leading America through its early years. Washington also served in two major wars during his lifetime: the French and Indian War and the American Revolution"--Amazon.com.

A simple biography of the man who was in charge of America's army during the Revolution and became the new nation's first president.

Provides examples of leadership from the life of George Washington.