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George Washington's Birthday
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Why is George Washington's official birthday celebration held on February 22 when he was actually born on February 11?
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We lost eleven days when we changed from the Julian to the Gregorian calendars during his lifetime. So Washington celebrated his birthday eleven days later to make it a year after his last birthday.Hide Answer Show Answer
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