wh did americans select george washington as there first president?
Americans didn't select him, the continental congress did.
President George Washington selected Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State.
Americans didn't select him, the continental congress did.
He seemed like a good Idea at the time
Andrew Ellicott
I think they elected him because he was a military hero, and contributed to the United States winning the Revolutionary War.
Americans didn't select him, the continental congress did.
No. He thought is should have been Philadelphia.
The delegates selected George Washington as president of the Constitutional Convention due to his immense respect and popularity among the American public, as well as his leadership experience from the Revolutionary War. His presence lent credibility and authority to the proceedings, helping to unify the delegates around a common purpose. Additionally, Washington’s reputation for integrity and fair-mindedness reassured the delegates that he would guide the discussions impartially. His appointment also signaled the importance of the Convention in shaping the future of the nation.
to select George Washington to head the army.
The Framers of the Constitution considered a six or seven-year term for the president before deciding on a four-year term with the option of reelection. Although the Constitution did not place a limit on the number of times a president can be reelected, President George Washington established the precedent of not seeking a third term.