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Why Did George Washington Have Slaves?

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Hercules on the Death of George Washington

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Hercules on the Death of George Washington

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Until he escaped slavery, Hercules worked as a cook for the Washingtons. He shares his thoughts on the death of George Washington. Learn more about Hercules's life: https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/hercules
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