George Washington — Season 1, Episode 1: Part One

Episode synopsis

Young George Washington abandons his comfortable life at his family home in Mount Vernon to join the militia and fight alongside British regulars in the French and Indian war. The episode concludes with the first rumblings of revolution from the Americans and a demand that King George back off on his demands for new taxes.

About George Washington

This 1984 miniseries chronicles the life of George Washington, the 1st President of the United States, from age 11 to age 51. Based on the biography by James Thomas Flexner.

More episodes from Season 1

• E2Part Two
• E3Part Three