On Presidents Day, officially known as Washington’s Birthday, Americans celebrate the life of George Washington.

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George Washington's yearlong siege forced 11,000 British troops from Boston in 1776, launching his military career and transforming him into the face of the Revolutionary movement.

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Presidents’ Day 2026 will be observed on February 16, honoring U.S. presidents. Scroll down to read 5 interesting facts about the holiday.

If asked to share a fun fact about George Washington, the first President of the United States, many people would immediately state that he had wooden teeth. However, it turns out that this is a myth.