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George washington is a mainstay of history books for fighting everything from the british empire to a cherry tree, but his private battles may have been the fiercest. Bright, appealing artwork and simple words introduce the youngest readers to our first president with engaging anecdotes, beginning with how young george liked to study and ride his horse. Well circulated coins that are very worn are sometimes worth only the silver they contain. I enjoyed rereading it as a young adult, after all these years i read it over and over again when i was a kid, but i hadnt read it in way too long. Add value to your numismatic collection with washington quarters from apmex. One of washingtons most beautiful swords, this sword appears in many famous washington paintings. John stuart to general gage, november 15, 1775, american archives.
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