George Washington - The Early Years
Tune in this week as I start on the journey that is the life of Washington. As I mention in the episode, the first president has made several appearances on prior episodes and I think they're worth listening to in preparation to the closing chapter of Washington.
Take a listen to the following episodes:
Episode 7: First Comes War...
Episode 19: The Culper Spy Ring, Part 1
Episode 20: The Culper Spy Ring, Part 2
Episode 22: The American Revolution - Impacts
Episode 29: The Madison Dash to the Constitution
Sources Used This Episode:
Washington: A Life. By Ron Chernow.
The Cabinet by Lindsay M Chervinsky.
History. (Oct 16, 2020). The Ultimate Guide to the Presidents: How the Presidency was Formed (1789-1825). [Video]. YouTube. (LINK)
Biography. (Aug 2, 2020). George Washington: America's First President & the Birth of a Nation. [Video]. YouTube. (LINK)
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