George Washington, “The father of America,” comes to life in this remarkable story about his extraordinary accomplishments as a military leader. This inspiring tale shows Washington at his best—courageous, determined, humble, brave, and patriotic..
The young George Washington has to do much to take care of his family. Good with math and numbers, Washington becomes a surveyor. As a youth, Washington was close to his half-brother Lawrence. When Lawrence dies, George inherits Lawrence's land and home at Mount Vernon. George Washington is elected to the Continental Congress, and when fighting breaks out between England and the colonies at Lexington, the Congress names Washington commander of the new Continental Army..
