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George Washington: “First in War First in Peace and First in the Hearts of his Countrymen.”

George Washington: “First in War First in Peace and First in the Hearts of his Countrymen.”. “Lighthorse” Harry Lee at Washington’s Funeral. George Washington. Admired for his character & leadership . Commanding “presence”, dignified, graceful . An expert horseman.

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George Washington: “First in War First in Peace and First in the Hearts of his Countrymen.”

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  1. George Washington:“First in War First in Peace and First in the Hearts of his Countrymen.” “Lighthorse” Harry Lee at Washington’s Funeral

  2. George Washington • Admired for his character & leadership. • Commanding “presence”, dignified, graceful. • An expert horseman. • Very different public & private persona (knew when he was “on stage.”)

  3. Was given power but never abused it. • Took no pay for services to his country. • Knew his place in history, yet had worries and doubts and was nervous about being capable.

  4. Appearance • 6’2” 175-185 lbs. • Muscular, large hands & feet, long arms and legs, trim waist, large hips. • Large eyes, heavy brow, long face, firm chin, pale skin, red-brown hair, defective teeth.

  5. Life Before President • Commander of Armies • Surveyor • Born poor and driven to acquire wealth and status throughout his life. • Very concerned with proper manners and behavior, studied hard • Admired his half brother, Lawrence

  6. Life Before President • Married Martha Custis, a wealthy widow. • Loved Mt. Vernon (his plantation); wanted to be a gentleman farmer.

  7. Plans, Hopes, & Fears • Will the people acceptme? • Can I unite the country and make it stable? • Can I keep us out of war with foreign nations? • What exactly is the president’s role? I’m the first and everyone is looking at me to define the role.

  8. Inauguration in New York at Federal Hall • 57 years old, reluctant (hesitant) to be president. • On the 8 day trip to New York, there were huge celebrations: parades, etc. as he passed through.

  9. He wore his “made in the U.S.A.” brown suit with white stockings • He was nervous- As he stood on the balcony of Federal Hall his knees shook. • He added the words “So help me God” to the president’s oath of office.

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