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The Last Will And Testament Of George Washington And Schedule Of His Property: To Which Is Appended The Last Will And Testament Of Martha Washington

The Last Will And Testament Of George Washington And Schedule Of His Property: To Which Is Appended The Last Will And Testament Of Martha Washington

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Presidents & Heads of StateFiction AnthologiesRevolutionary Period (1775-1800)

ISBN10: 1163134236
ISBN13: 9781163134238
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 80
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.17 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book titled The Last Will and Testament of George Washington and Schedule of His Property: To Which is Appended the Last Will and Testament of Martha Washington is a compilation of the wills of George and Martha Washington, two prominent historical figures in American history. The book is compiled and edited by John C. Fitzpatrick, a renowned historian and scholar.The first part of the book contains the last will and testament of George Washington, which was written in 1799, just months before his death. The will is a detailed account of his wishes for the distribution of his property and assets among his family and friends. It also includes instructions for the emancipation of his slaves, a decision that was significant in the fight against slavery in America.The second part of the book includes a schedule of George Washington's property, providing readers with an insight into the vast wealth and possessions he had accumulated during his lifetime. The schedule includes a list of his land holdings, livestock, and personal effects.The final part of the book contains the last will and testament of Martha Washington, George's wife. Her will, written in 1800, outlines her wishes for the distribution of her property and assets after her death.Overall, the book offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of two of America's most prominent historical figures and provides valuable insights into their personal beliefs and values. It is an essential read for anyone interested in American history or the lives of George and Martha Washington.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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