George Washington Carver
By Ashton Schermerhorn
Birth & Death
George Washington Carver was born in January of 1864. He was born in Diamond Grove, Missouri. He died in January of 1943, in Tuskegee, Alabama.
Interesting Facts & Work
Carver was most famous for inventing many uses for the peanut. Something very interesting, was that he did NOT invent peanut butter. Many people believed he did, but he really didn't. Carver was a botanist, chemist, scientist, and inventor.
Quotes & Character Traits
A Quote
"Ninety-nine percent of the failures come from people who have the habit of making excuses."
-George Washington Carver
Creative
Carver was very creative. I believe this because he invented many uses for the peanut.
Smart
George Washington Carver was very smart because he thought of many ways to use peanuts.