Florida Bay, Florida
If you are looking for a stupendous vacation then look no further than Florida Bay, FL. -- stop number one on DC Airlines. DC Airlines flies through the 25-latitude line to one of the United States most luxurious vacation spots. Enjoy a suntan and a pina colada on a secluded beach. While the state of Florida has a population of 18,089,888, Florida Bay has only 386,417 residents! Be sure to wind your watches to the right time because Florida is in the Eastern Time zone. The DC agency offers surfing, waterskiing, sailing, scuba diving and snorkeling. Our amazing tour guides will even give you a tour of Florida’s attractions and landmarks such as Miami and Palm beaches, Everglades National Park, the boulevard and more! The weather in Florida is fantastic, with warm temperatures all year round:, ranging from 70 degrees in the winter to the low nineties in the summer. But don’t forget to pack an umbrella; in Florida it can rain 51.65 inches in only one year. And don’t forget your camera, because you may see famous Floridians such as Britney Snow, Lou Penella or Florida Senator Bill Nelson. Some interesting facts about Florida: Florida’s taxes are lower than most other states in the United States. Gatorade was named for the University of Florida Gators Football team.


San Antonio, Texas
Yeehaw! Welcome to San Antonio, Texas -- stop number three on DC Airlines. Texas is an awesome place for a vacation. It has amazing weather and intriguing landmarks, attractions, and landforms such as: the Alamo, Fort Brown, Sea world, Texas Stadium, the state capital and more! In Texas there are several different cultures that add spice to the artistic and cultural life there. The majority of the 1,144,646 residents of San Antonio are Hispanic or Latino, many coming from nearby Mexico. Texas has a pleasant temperature: ranging from a high in the mid-60s in winter to the low 90s in the summer. So, if you like to be outdoors, the weather will accommodate many outdoor excursions. Favorite spots are landforms such as Lake Austin, Lake Travis, and Lake Marble Falls. Texas is in the Mountain Time zone, so if you’re flying in from New York, you actually gain two hours in your day! Be sure to bring an autograph book because many famous people are from Texas such as: actors Owen and Luke Wilson, Renee Zellweger, Matthew McConaughey, Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Conner, and even Governor Rick Perry. A few interesting facts about Texas: more wool comes from Texas than any other state in the United States. Texas is the only state to have the flags of 6 different nations fly over it.

Symbolic Picture of George Washington

This is George Washington fighting in the Revolutionary War. I chose this picture because it shows his courage and how brave he is.

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History December 28, 2007

Historical Events of George Washington

“Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.” George Washington, Father of Our Country, was a very gifted man and leader. Although he is known for his military abilities especially in his early career, he was truly a peaceful man. George Washington fought for the British in the French and Indian War and was able to defeat the French. Later, as General of the Continental Army, George Washington was finally able to defeat the British bringing an end to the Revolutionary War. Even though he had great success as a military leader, he preferred to live life peacefully as a civilian and to serve his country by being involved.

By 1753 a rivalry began growing between the British and the French for control over the Ohio Valley which eventually started the French and Indian War in1754. During the war, both the French and the British wanted the Indians on their side. George Washington built Fort Necessity in Great Meadows Pennsylvania. On July 3, 1754, George surrendered to the French in the battle for Fort Duquesne, signed a surrender agreement, and marched back to Williamsburg. This was the only time that George Washington ever surrendered, although he did lose many battles. After this defeat, Governor Dinwiddie lowered his rank from colonel to captain and George was insulted so he resigned. General Braddock, a 60 year old British officer, was sent from England with 2,000 British soldiers to capture Fort Duquesne with George as his advisor and aide. The French and Indian War finally ended in 1763.

By 1775 the Revolutionary War began. George was elected as general of the Continental Army by the Continental Congress. George Washington defeated General Abercromby in his attack on Fort Ticonderoga over the British Government on July 8, 1758. George lost Long Island and Manhattan to the British and blamed it on the fact that the patriots relied too much on the militia. The Revolutionary war was ended in 1783.

Bibliography:

http://www.worldofquotes.com/author/George-Washington/1/index.html

http://www.history.com/presidents/washington/timeline

http://www.theamericanrevolution.org/ipeople/gwash.asp

George Washington Frontier Colonel by Sterling North p. 81-82

George Washington's Major Contributions

C. Shoshany 11x

History December 11, 2007

George Washington’s Major Contributions

George Washington, the father of our country, is one of the most well known figures in American History. As a military general, and then later as the President of the United States, he possessed many qualities that made him such a great man. His leadership abilities can be seen in his many accomplishments and contributions.

He began his military career in 1752, when he joined the British army and served as a lieutenant in the French and Indian War. Two years later, George Washington built Fort Necessity to defend his forces from French soldiers. George was appointed to be the colonel of the Virginia regiment in 1755.

After being a lieutenant and colonel, George decided to change his life and become more political. In 1758, he was elected to the House of Burgesses in Virginia and ended up serving it for 17 years. In 1774 he was elected as Virginia Delegate to the First Continental Congress and then to the Second Continental Congress in 1775.

Once George Washington finished his first political stage in his life, he became leader of the Continental Army in 1775. During the year 1776, George and his troops had a successful victory over the British Army. George was very good strategist and using his skills, he outsmarted General Cornwallis at the battle of Princeton. Finally after six years, George Washington was able to end the American Revolution with his defeat of the British at Yorktown in 1778.

Besides being politically active and serving in the military, George had a great sense of leadership. He was dedicated to the people that he worked with, and as general, he fought alongside his men. In 1776, George promised his troops a cash bonus at the end of their army service and because of this, he was able to attract and recruit many other soldiers to join the army. George also created the “Purple Heart” which was a badge honoring military merit. George Washington possessed excellent skills, an outgoing personality and advanced leadership abilities which helped him to accomplish so many achievements in his lifetime.

Bibliography: www.history.com

George Washington's Family Life

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History December 4, 2007

Family Life of George Washington

George Washington was one of the most important figures in American history. Often referred to as the "father of liberty and freedom," George Washington was born on February 22, 1732. He was born in Westmoreland, Virginia and was the son of Augustine and Mary Ball Washington. Known facts about his childhood prove that George was a hardworking and dedicated person. Through his lifetime he accomplished so much as both a General and later as the first President of the United States.

George was a part of a large family with many siblings, five brothers and one sister. The names of his brothers were Augustine, Lawrence, Samuel, John Augustine and Charles; George’s sister was named Betty. George’s father, Augustine, had been previously married so in addition, George had two half-brothers from that marriage. His grandfather was named Lawrence Washington. George was tall and strong as a child and he received a pony from his father as a gift and learned how to ride. At school, George was taught by a minister how to read, write, and do sums; however George had a difficult time with spelling. George’s father died when he was only eleven years old, so his half-brother Lawrence taught him how to hunt and shoot. At age sixteen George became a surveyor, and surveyed the land to the west of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

George Washington married Martha Curtis, who already had two young children, Patsy and Jackie, from a previous marriage. They lived on a plantation called Mt. Vernon, which became his lifetime home. George and Martha then adopted two other children. George was considered a gentleman farmer because he preferred the quiet plantation life over the political life. Over the course of his lifetime, George increased the size of the Mt. Vernon plantation from 2000 acres to 8000 acres, and changed the original tobacco crop to wheat. George Washington died at age sixty seven on December 14, 1799, after living a life full of achievements.

Bibliography:

http://www.clements.umich.edu/Exhibits/g.washington/case.05/case05.html

http://www.indianchild.com/george_washingtonhtm

http://gwpapers.virginia.edu/project/faq/index.html

www.history.com

Greenwich Village pictures

We went to Greenwich Village and saw many Row houses.

GV pictures

We went to Grenwich Village and we saw the Washington Square Arch.