The Actual Look Of These Historical Figures Might Shock You

Published on 01/20/2020
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George Washington

George Washington was the first president of the United States of America after serving as the leader of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Washington is recognized as a stalwart who aided and guided a fledgling nation into advanced development and can be seen in many paintings all over the world.

George Washington

George Washington

In 1814 First Lady Dolley Madison managed to save a painting of Washington after the British burned down the President’s Palace (now known as the White House) in an arson attack. Luckily, it is now one of the most critical pieces that have been used in helping to bring to life what the former president looked like.

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Fearless Legacy

George Washington is known to many for the foundational works he did while in office. However, one of the most critical factors of his memory lies in the fact that at the peak of his presidency, he stepped down. He could have gone in successfully as the president for the third term, but he set a two-term limit for the presidential reign to reduce the chances of dictatorship.

Fearless Legacy

Fearless Legacy

Researchers have been trying endlessly to get a true replica of what the former president looked like, and with much work and dedication, they eventually succeeded. The team managed to use technology-based resources to generate an image of what Washington may have looked like. Sure enough, the job was well-done as it portrayed all his facial features with hidden ivory teeth, fair complexion, and piercing blue eyes.

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