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First of First Ladies: Martha Washington

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Book Description
The Revolutionary War brought challenges and hardships to American colonists, but Martha Washington was there to help. The wife of George Washington, commander of the Continental Army, spent cruel winters at Army camps, tending to sick and hungry soldiers, and sewing uniforms. After the war, and with the same dedication, she became the first woman to serve as first lady of the United States, a mod... More
Book Information
PublisherCompass Point Books
BindingLibrary Binding (2 editions)
Reading LevelAges 9-12
# of Pages48
ISBN-100756541255
ISBN-13978-0756541255
Publication Date01/01/2009
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About Lucia Raatma (Author) : Lucia Raatma (1963-) was born as Lucia Tarbox in Georgetown, South Carolina, and grew up on the grounds of Brookgreen Gardens, an outdoor sculpture garden and wildlife park. She earned a B.A. in Engli... more
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About Sue Vander Hook (Editor) : Putting words together and rearranging them again and again is a "work of art" and an amazing experience. I especially enjoy giving life and relevance to historical events and people, admittedly a str... more
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