Real Cool History for Kids
Young George Washington (a special episode for Wallace Kelsay)
Aug 14, 2023
Guest Wallace Kelsay, a historian, discusses the family and upbringing of young George Washington, his education, and fascination with the army. The podcast also delves into Washington's teenage years, his interests in surveying, leadership abilities, pursuit of knowledge, and personal development that shaped him into a crucial figure in American history.
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Quick takeaways
- George Washington's ancestors can be traced back to a knight who served William the Conqueror in the 11th century.
- George Washington's fascination with his father's plantation operations and his diligent pursuit of knowledge laid the foundation for his future achievements.
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George Washington's Childhood: Lack of Books and the Family's Ancestry
There are few books about George Washington's childhood, but information can be found in old books, particularly in a set by Washington Irving. These books provide details of the Washington family's ancestors, tracing back to a knight who served William the Conqueror in the 11th century. George's great grandfather, John, and his younger brother Lawrence, moved to America in the mid-1650s, eventually acquiring land along the Potomac River, which would later be known as Mount Vernon.
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