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George Washington arrived in uniform before Congress chose him to lead

The vote created a unified colonial force and elevated Washington for his military experience and political standing.

Summary by Richmond Times-Dispatch
He claimed he didn’t want the job, so why did he wear his military uniform on the day of the vote?

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George Washington arrived in uniform before Congress chose him to lead

He claimed he didn’t want the job, so why did he wear his military uniform on the day of the vote?

·Richmond, United States
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Richmond Times-Dispatch broke the news in Richmond, United States on Monday, June 15, 2026.
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