Did George Washington Ever Kill Someone?
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Did George Washington Ever Kill Someone?
George Washington was present at many battles during the French and Indian War and during the Revolutionary War, but did he ever kill someone during battle? Executive director of the Washington Library Kevin Butterfield explores this unique topic.
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