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George Washington"I cannot tell a lie"

Career Summary

As a dedicated patriot, American forefather and first president of the United States, led the American forces through the Revolution and oversaw the formation of the nation. Successfully gained independence for the American colonies and unified them under the new federal government. Led with fairness and integrity, demonstrating that a president could exercise executive authority without corruption. Maintained exemplary relationships with state governments and Congress.

Work Experience

President

1789-1797 United States of America, Philadelphia, PA

Served two 4-year terms as president of the United States, winning the

elections with unanimous votes. Sought to create a great united nation

and lead the post-war recovery efforts. Highlights include:

Assisted Congress with the adoption of the (the first

10 amendments to the Constitution) in 1791, guaranteeing the

rights of the American people. Organized the first United States Cabinet and the Executive

Branch, building an infrastructure capable of supporting future

presidents. Issued the Proclamation of Neutrality, establishing the United

States as a neutral nation in the conflict between Britain and

France, and freeing the nation from unnecessary involvement in

foreign conflicts.

Adopted measures to resolve the escalating debt crisis, such as

support of a program that helped repay the states' Revolutionary

War debts. Suppressed the Whiskey Rebellion, an uprising by farmers who

were displeased by the government's imposed excise on whiskey.

Raised more than 12,000 troops to quell the uprising and

convince people of the merit of the tax.Signed the Treaty of San Lorenzo, opening the Mississippi River

to American navigation. Signed Jay's Treaty with Great Britain, forcing the British to

evacuate Negotiated peace treaties with southeastern Indian tribes. Proclaimed the first National Day of Thanksgiving.Turned down the opportunity to serve a third term, setting a

precedent for future presidents to limit their terms to avoid

potential abuse of power.

President

1787 Constitutional Convention, Philadelphia, PAHelped organize and presided over the Constitutional Convention

in 1787, during which time the US Constitution was written. Recognized as one of two presidents who signed the US

Constitution.

Commander-in-Chief

1775 - 1783 Continental Army, Philadelphia, PA

Created the Continental Army and served as its commander-in-chief. The

Continental Army fought and won the American Revolution (1775-1783),

forcing the British to grant independence to America. Highlights:

Motivated troops during the cold winter of 1777-1778 at Valley

Forge, PA, building a mature army ready for battle. Launched a brilliantly planned and executed Yorktown Campaign

in 1781, securing an American victory.Attacked the British near Monmouth Courthouse, NJ, on their

withdrawal from Philadelphia to New York. Orchestrated a brilliant attack by the capture of Trenton, NJ, as

troops crossed the Delaware River and surprised and defeated the

enemy troops. Took command of troops surrounding British-occupied Boston,

training a 14,000-man army and securing needed supplies. Occupied Dorchester Heights, effectively commanding the city

and forcing the British to evacuate

Education

Self-Taught, Mount Vernon, NY

Mostly studied mathematics, surveying, mapmaking, the classics

and "rules of civility."

Additional Info

Legislation signed as president:

Naval Act of 1794Fugitive Slave Act of 1793Coinage Act of 1792Bank Act of 1791Residence Act of 1790Naturalization Act of 1790Indian Intercourse Acts, starting in 1790Judiciary Act of 1789

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