Martha Washington WHM

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Who was the first First Lady of the United States?

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Martha Washington

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Where was Martha Washington born?

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Chestnut Grove Plantation, Virginia

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How many children did Martha Washington have with Daniel Custis?

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Four

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What did Martha Washington inherit from Daniel Custis?

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17,500 acres of land and almost 300 enslaved people

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Who did Martha Washington marry after Daniel Custis' death?

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George Washington

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What was Martha Washington's role during the Revolutionary War?

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She managed Mount Vernon

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How did Martha Washington contribute to the war effort?

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By knitting for the soldiers

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What tragedy befell Martha Washington's family during the Revolutionary War?

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The death of her son, John

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When did Martha Washington become the First Lady?

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1789

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How old was Martha Washington when she died?

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70 years old