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Washington charmed life and perilous escapes in early war years
The article surveys George Washington as a man who repeatedly escaped death and injury, from Braddock's defeat to the 1776 Delaware crossing, the Treton raid and the Princeton victory, attributing his survival to Providence and bold leadership. It notes his youth, resilience, and later personal life including habits, health, and reputation.
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