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My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from her.

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George Washington
Age: 67 †
Born: 1732
Born: February 22
Died: 1799
Died: December 14
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