First in war, first in peace,and first in the hearts of his countrymen.Among the founders of United States, GW along earned the title ” Father of his county” in recongnition of his leadership in the cause of American independence.In 1755 he modeled a fighting force that won independence from Great Britain. In 1787, as president of the constitutional convention, he helped guide the deliberations to form a government that has lasted over two centuries.
In 1789 GW was unanimously selected the first president of the United States. Washington defined the presidency and helped develop the relationships among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government . He established precedents that successfully launched the new government on it’s course. President Washington remained ever mindful of the ramifications of his decisions and actions, for he was a consummate statesman. With this monument the citizens of the United States show their enduring gratitude and respect.
Washington Monument
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