As a young Virginia planter and military officer, he was obsessed with material success and social acceptance. Amid the fight for American independence, he rose to the challenge to become an iconic leader for the young nation. As this "American Experience" program details, however, George Washington would turn down the chance to become a monarch and instead served two stormy terms as the country's first president. 60 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English (SDH).
As a young Virginia planter and military officer, he was obsessed with material success and social acceptance. Amid the fight for American independence, he rose to the challenge to become an iconic leader for the young nation. As this "American Experience" program details, however, George Washington would turn down the chance to become a monarch and instead served two stormy terms as the country's first president. 60 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English (SDH).
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