George William Fairfax
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George William Fairfax (January 2, 1724 – April 3, 1787) was a planter in colonial Virginia who represented then-vast Frederick County and later Fairfax County in the House of Burgesses before the American Revolutionary War, by which time he had returned to England (where he was a Loyalist). A mentor and good friend of George Washington, Fairfax made opportunities for the younger Washington through his powerful British family, and Washington assisted him afterward by arranging for the sale of his Virginia property after he returned to Britain.
Quick Facts Member of the House of Burgesses from Fairfax County, Preceded by ...
George William Fairfax | |
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Member of the House of Burgesses from Fairfax County | |
In office 1756–1758 Serving with John West | |
Preceded by | Gerrard Alexander |
Succeeded by | George Johnson |
Member of the House of Burgesses from Frederick County | |
In office 1752–1755 Serving with Gabriel Jones | |
Preceded by | George Fairfax |
Succeeded by | Hugh West |
Personal details | |
Born | January 2, 1724 New Providence, Bahamas |
Died | April 3, 1787(1787-04-03) (aged 63) England |
Spouse | Sally Fairfax |
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