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George Washington (1732–1799), a Virginia planter and veteran of America’s frontier wars, was revolutionary America’s only commander of all military forces throughout the eight-year war for independence. His leadership during the Revolution led to his election as the first president of the United States (1789–1797).
Here Washington is depicted in uniform by noted artist Charles Willson Peale (1741–1827).
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Charles Willson Peale, painter and engraver. His Excel: G. Washington Esq. L.L.D., Late commander in chief of the armies of the U.S. of America and President of the Convention of 1787. Mezzotint engraving, 1787. Prints and Photographs Division, Library of Congress (21)
[Digital ID# ppmsca-17515]