Washington, George, 1732-1799
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1732-02-22 - 1799-12-14
Biography
Abstract:
George Washington was the first President of the United States (1789-1797), the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He presided over the convention that drafted the United States Constitution, which replaced the Articles of Confederation. His presidential leadership style established many forms and rituals of government that have been used since, such as using a cabinet system and delivering an inaugural address. Washington was hailed as "father of his country" even during his lifetime.
Languages Used
- English
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Autographs of special note
Collection
Identifier: Coll. 77
Scope and Content note
Documents containing autographs. Documents are chiefly from 19th century local and national notables, some of whom were important in Maine history. Local notables include: Edmund Andros, Ralph Owen Brewster, Nelson Dingley, Neal Dow, Sir Ferdinando Gorges, Hannibal Hamlin, James Augustine Healy, John Holmes, Sarah Orne Jewett, Nathan Lord, John Neal, Thomas B. Reed, Laura Elizabeth Richards, Lorenzo De Medici Sweat, E.B. Washburne, Wallace H. White, Tobias Lear, Samuel Finley Breese Morse...
Dates:
1650 - 1950
Found in:
Maine Historical Society