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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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