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As George Washington finished singing "One Last Time"

Hamilton wrote Washington's Farewell Address. Why do you think it was important for Lin-Manuel Miranda to include the exact words of Washington's speech in his play?

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Answer: for accuracy.

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i personally think, since it was a history play, incorporating that important moment for washington was important. especially showing it accurately. it also helped show how the country would have to learn how to move forward without him.

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