George Washington - Washington appeared before Congress in uniform
Time: Saturday Jun 17, 1775
Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Details: Washington appeared before Congress in uniform and gave an acceptance speech on June 16, declining a salary—though he was later reimbursed expenses.
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