Contributor mountvernon.org

Update
01-01-2015
Content Type
Student Resource
Grade Level
Fourth grade, Fifth grade, Sixth grade, Seventh grade, Eighth grade, Ninth grade, Tenth grade, Eleventh grade, Twelfth grade
Object Type
Website
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On this web page students will learn about George Washington’s actions during the French and Indian War in 1753. Information is provided on the skirmish at Jumonville Glen, Braddock’s defeat, the Alleghany expedition, Native Americans, and more. The site includes video clips with historians describing Washington during this time period as well a video clip of General Colin Powell and his thoughts on the life and legacy of George Washington.