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George Washingtom was born on February 22, 1732, he passed on December 14, 1799,he was born in a town called Westmoreland County, VA George Washington is often called the “Father of His Country.” He not only served as the first president of the United States, but he also commanded the Continental Army during the American Revolution (1775–83) and presided over the convention that drafted the U.S.Washington never attended college or received a formal education. His two older half brothers, Lawrence and Augustine, attended Appleby Grammar School in England. However, after the death of their father, the family limited funds for education. Washington was married (January 6, 1759) to Martha Dandridge, the widow of Daniel Parke Custis. She was a few months older than he, was the mother of two children living and two dead, and possessed one of the considerable fortunes of Virginia.Washington had several characteristics, long before he was a leader, that led naturally to his leadership style. He was known for his patience, drive, attention to detail, strong sense of responsibility, and firm moral conscience. All of these characteristics drew people to him and contributed to their trust in him. George Washington's Family ; Father Augustine Washington (1694-1743), Mother ; Brothers Samuel Washington (1734-1781) John Augustine Washington (1736-1787). His sister[Betty Washington Lewis]