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When war threatens with France, President Adams appoints Washington commander-in-chief of the armies of the United States of America. Fortunately, the conflict never takes place.
1799: On December 14th, George Washington, then 67 years old, dies at home of a severe throat infection. Four days later, his body is placed in the family vault at Mount Vernon, following Anglican and Masonic funeral rites.
John Adams takes office as the second president of the United States. His Vice President is Thomas Jefferson. (1797-1801) |