Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: George Washington: Growing Up in Colonial Virginia
George Washington was shaped by early adversity. Read a brief description of his early life up to the cusp of the beginning of his military career.
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: George Washington
This visual website from Google Cultural Institute shares background information and photos about George Washington.
Other
The Bradford House: History of the House and David Bradford
Briefly explains how George Washington sent between 12,000 to 13,000 troops into the Washington, Pennsylvania area to supress the Whiskey Rebellion.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: George Washington's Background and Experience
George Washington tested his mettle fighting with the British in the French and Indian War. Read about his exploits and why they helped prepare him for later glory.
Thomson Reuters
Find Law: Founding Fathers: George Washington: A Biography
An introductory biography of George Washington.
Other
George Washington's Mount Vernon: A Biography of George Washington
This resource presents a brief biography of George Washington (1732-1799), the first president of the United States.
Ducksters
Ducksters: American Revolution for Kids: The Continental Congress
Kids learn about The Continental Congress meetings; major events in the American Revolutionary War.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: 1789 Judiciary Act
Features a summary and interesting facts about the 1789 Judiciary Act that established the U.S. court system.
270 To Win
270towin: 1792 Presidential Election
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1792 won by George Washington in the only presidential election that was not held four years after the previous election.
270 To Win
270towin: 1789 Presidential Election
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1789 won by George Washington in the first presidential election in the United States of America.
Library of Congress
Loc: George Washington Was Born Feb. 22
An interesting background on the origin of Presidents' Day, and the actual date of George Washington's birth. Includes a portrait of Washington, as well as an historical letter from Tobias Lear, recounting the Julian and Gregorian...
Library of Congress
Loc: George Washington Resigns
Briefly summarizes George Washington's resignation from his Commander in Chief position. Features a photo of Mount Vernon, and a painting of Washington's meeting with Congress at the Maryland State House.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Government and Constitution: The Articles of the Constitution
Each of the Articles of the Constitution are described in full detail with simplified summaries of each of the sections together with the full, original text.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Government and Constitution: Constitutional Convention
The delegates of the Constitutional Convention framed the Constitution of the United States as a basis of government to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Land of the Brave: George Washington
Overview and biographical facts on the life of George Washington, first US President and leader of the Continental Army.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Land of the Brave: Founding Fathers
Article focuses on the seven Founding Fathers and their involvement in creating the United States of America.
Library of Congress
Loc: Nathanael Greene Was Born
A note on Nathanael Greene, a friend of George Washington's and a Revolutionary War hero.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: bartleby.com: Presidential Inaugural Address: Geo. Washington: 1st
Review the text George Washington's first inaugural address given on April 30, 1789. RI.11-12.8 seminal U.S. texts
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biography of President George Washington for Kids
Study George Washington's biography on this site. Learn about the 1st president of the United States.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Founding Fathers' Notions of Religious Liberty (Lesson Plan)
Explore founders' views, particularly the views of George Washington, on the role of religion and religious liberty in public life. Includes excerpts from Washington's writings and speeches to give pupils opportunities to include primary...
Other
Pocantico Hills School: George Washington: Father of Our Country
A second grade does some research on George Washington and provides a timeline of his life with accompanying artwork and descriptions.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Martha Washington Died May 22, 1802
Here is an interesting look at some background details of Martha Washington's life and death as the "first First Lady." From "America's Story from America's Library."
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Historical Documents: Washington's Farewell Address
Washington's farewell address to the nation. Provides the speech that Washington gave as he was leaving office in 1796.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: George Washington
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of George Washington and summaries of important events during his presidency.