Wednesday, January 11, 2012

The Net Worth Of The American Presidents: From Washington To Obama To _____


George Washington (1789-1797): $525 Million Net Worth

George Washington (1789-1797): $525 Million Net Worth
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His Virginia plantation, “Mount Vernon,” consisted of five separate farms on 8,000 acres of prime farmland, run by over 300 slaves. His wife, Martha Washington, inherited significant property from her father. Washington made significantly more than subsequent presidents: his salary was two percent of the total U.S. budget in 1789.


Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/american-presidents-republican-candidates-net-worth-2012-1#george-washington-1789-1797-525-million-net-worth-1#ixzz1j8BPIgBp

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