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Washington Birthday Reflections Across Time and Style
The Inter Mountain editor contrasts old and new calendar styles for Washington’s birth date, noting February 22 as the birth date in old style and February 24 in new style after a 13 day shift this century. The piece surveys Washington’s boyhood, military career, and presidency, highlighting lessons from his life and the enduring national memory.
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