[T]he policy or advantage of [immigration] taking place in a body (I mean the settling of them in a body) may be much questioned; for, by so doing, they retain the language, habits, and principles (good or bad) which they bring with them. Whereas by an intermixture with our people, they, or their descendants, get assimilated to our customs, measures, and laws: in a word, soon become one people.

George Washington

George Washington, born on February 22, 1732, in Westmoreland County, Virginia, was a Founding Father and the first President of the United States. As a key military leader during the American Revolution, Washington played a pivotal role in securing independence for the thirteen colonies. His leadership qualities were instrumental in the success of the Continental Army.

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