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151. The Founding Fathers: George Washington (Ep 1)

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The Dual Life of George Washington: Politician and Freemason

This chapter explores George Washington's complex identity as a public figure and a member of the Freemasons, while also shedding light on the harsh realities of slavery at Mount Vernon. It examines the moral contradictions of Washington's leadership during the Revolutionary War, particularly as some of his enslaved individuals sought freedom by aligning with the British.

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