Mary Ball Washington at the age of about four-score
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Mary Ball Washington at the age of about four-score
Mary Ball Washington at the age of about four-score. Mary Ball Washington, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing slightly left. Date c1916
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Mary Ball Washington at the Age of Four-Score: A Regal Portrait of the Mother of George Washington This evocative head-and-shoulders portrait captures Mary Ball Washington, the mother of the first President of the United States, as she approached the venerable age of four-score, or eighty. The image, created around 1916, offers a glimpse into the life of this remarkable woman who played a significant role in shaping the character of her famous son. Mary Ball Washington, born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, in 1688, was the wife of Augustine Washington and the mother of eight children. Her life was marked by hardship and loss, as her husband died when she was relatively young, leaving her to raise their family alone. Despite these challenges, Mary instilled in her children a strong work ethic, a sense of responsibility, and a deep respect for the land and its people. George Washington, the eldest son, was particularly close to his mother. He cherished her wisdom and guidance, and later in life, he would remember her fondly as the person who had given him the foundation for his success. This portrait, with Mary's piercing gaze and regal bearing, speaks to her strength, resilience, and the deep love she shared with her family. Mary Ball Washington's life was not without controversy. She was known to have had a difficult relationship with her daughter-in-law, Martha Custis, and her step-grandchildren, the children of George's first marriage. However, her enduring legacy is that of a devoted mother who raised a great leader, and this portrait serves as a poignant reminder of her indomitable spirit and the profound impact she had on American history.
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