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George Washington

George Washington was the first president of the United States of America. He was born in 1732 in Westmoreland County, Va., and died in 1799 at his Mount Vernon home. For an in-depth look at the life of this fascinating figure in American history, see:

George Washington Biography
George Washington in Williamsburg
Duel in the Wilderness, excerpts from a children's book based on George Washington's journal
Rules of Civility & Decent Behaviour in Company and Conversation: a Book of Etiquette, as transcribed by sixteen-year-old George Washington around 1744
First Inaugural Address
Second Inaugural Address
"Taking the Measure of Washington... Once More." Summer 2005 Journal article

Listen to a Behind the Scenes Interview: Prelude to Victory. "Prelude to Victory" celebrates the anniversary of the Battle of Yorktown with three days of special programs that recall September 26, 27, and 28, 1781.

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Listen to a Behind the Scenes Interview: Being George Washington. Ron Carnegie enjoys interpreting our nation’s first president – a man whose character he clearly admires.

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This interview is part of an ongoing series of podcasts available on the Colonial Williamsburg site. Learn more.