Martha Washington - HISTORY

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Martha Washington (1731-1802) was an American first lady (178997) and the wife of George Washington, first president of the United States and commander in chief of the colonial armies during the American Revolution. She set many of the standards and customs for the proper behavior and treatment of a U.S. presidents … See more

Martha Washington - National Women's History Museum

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Martha Dandridge Custis Washington was the first First Lady of the United States. Washington is not only remembered as the nation’s first lady who set an example for her …

Martha Washington | Biography & Facts | Britannica

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At Mount Vernon Martha became known for her graciousness and hospitality. After George was chosen to command …

Biography of Martha Washington · George Washington's …

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Martha Washington - Husband, Life & Facts - Biography

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Ten Facts About Martha Washington - George …

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Martha was described as a lovely and attractive woman with a lively personality. She was generally strong-willed, though also charming, sincere, warm, and socially adept. These characteristics allowed her to overcome …

Martha Washington’s Most Notable Accomplishments

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She was described as very responsible when it came to organizing social gatherings in the executive mansion (i.e. the... She was also praised for raising many …

Meet Martha Wash: The Most Famous Unknown Singer …

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Wash is very likely the most famous unknown singer of the Nineties; a powerful, gospel-weaned belter who first earned fame as a backup singer for disco king …

Martha Washington - Wikipedia

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Washington became a symbol of the American Revolution after her husband was appointed commander-in-chief of the Continental Army, and she took on a matronly role while visiting encampments when fighting …

Why Martha Washington’s Life Is So Elusive to Historians

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Martha, then the first lady, was 65 when she sat for that famous portrait, but in earlier paintings, she is slim, her neckline plunging, décolletage on full display, her dark hair offset with a...