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This episode explores the extraordinary life of George Washington and the key moments that shaped him as the first president of the United States.

On today’s Saturday Matinee, we take a look at the extraordinary life of George Washington, and the formative moments that shaped the first president of the United States of America. Link to In Pursuit: https://www.inpursuit.org/podcast Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.

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