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George Washington on the dollar bill

How George Ended Up on the $1 Bill

August 8, 2019August 22, 2019 / ferryfarmandkenmore

When you hear the name George Washington, what is the first image that pops into your head? For many people, it is the picture of the first president that adorns the U.S. paper dollar, but have you ever wondered how he ended up there? Since today is National Dollar Day commemorating the day in 1786 … Continue reading How George Ended Up on the $1 Bill

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