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When was U.S. President George Washington described as "first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen"?

Question #150631. Asked by psnz.
Last updated Feb 13 2024.
Originally posted Feb 13 2024 9:02 PM.

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BigTriviaDawg

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Major General Henry "Light Horse Harry" Lee stated these words during his eulogy for George Washington in 1799. General Henry Lee was the father of Robert E. Lee which is pretty cool. He was also a good friend of George Washington.

https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/first-in-war-first-in-peace-and-first-in-the-hearts-of-his-countrymen/

Feb 13 2024, 9:07 PM

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When was U.S. President George Washington described as "first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen"?

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