It was 1775 when I started to be the commander of the continental army for America's independence. The war ended December 14, 1799. I was named the "Father of his country" because of my help in founding the U.S. My first experience in military was in the French Indian war, I served in the virginia provincial militia.
One big moment was when I served as one of Braddock's aides for the battle of monongela. Braddock was killed and I was very lucky for 4 bullets to pierce my coat and was left unharmed. This was estonishing, people in Virginia accaimed me as a hero, and was promoted as the commander of the Virginia regiment. My goal of the military was to become a British officer.
Another one of my famous moments was when I crossed the Delaware River on December 25, 1776. This was a planned surprise attack I planned agianst Hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey. The surprise attack was succesful and won the battle and captured many prisoners.
I did more then just lead armies, I was sent as an ambassador from the British to the French and Indian traders. 1 year later I lead another expedition to the construction of the fort which is now Pittsburgh. With the war going on I had to deal with presidential tasks so my life was very busy. After not getting the promotion of my dreams, I retired from office in March 1797 and became a farmer at Mount Vernon
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Wow, that must have been scary when your jacket was shot four times. I understand that one of the reasons why you were allowed to co-command with him was because in the previous year, you had led an expedition to the area. Also, because of your important part that you played in that battle, in many of your portrayals, I have seen you in that battle.
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hello i'm president Abraham Lincoln the 16th president of United States of America. I would like to know was the military hard? How mean time did you have a gun pointed on you and how did you feel when the gun was pointed at you
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Well George washinton. The very first president of the united states. Its a honor to be able to hear your storys before becoming the president of the united states. This story I read about you and being shot three time and not even getting a scratch is just amazing! I hope to read more of your storys in the future but at the moment I bid you ado.
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