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George Washington
George Washington is an American hero. He played a leading role in the American Revolution, resided over the Constitutional Convention, and became America's first president. He is often referred to as the "father of the country."
6,565 Questions
Why did president George Washington resigned his presidency?
He did not resign the Presidency, but declined to accept a third term
What did the colonist try to hide from the British at Lexington and concord?
The colonists tried to protect a military depot they had established at Concord and hide John Hancock and Samuel Adams who were staying there.
What would justify a citizens arrest in Washington state?
The same kind of justification that would prompt an arrest by a law enforcement officer. HOWEVER - check you local state's laws carefully. The laws for citizen's arrests vary GREATLY from state-to-state.
How do you draw George Washington?
== == You draw a goof with brown teeth and a white ponytail. =) How much easier could it get dumb a**!!
What treaties did George Washington do?
Jay's treaty and the treaty of Greenville etc I really don't know the rest
I don't know..... I thought this link had the answer!
Was George Washington in the stamp act?
Yes. The stamp act was part of the Revolutionary. Since it's part of the revolutionary and George Washington was part of the Revolutionary, then he was part of the stamp act.
What was George Washington's president experience like?
None really. Since there was no president before him it was a new job, so he made it what it is. Many of the things he started in the position we still do today. The term "Mr. President" came from him, the idea of a cabinet was his and other things. He did run a very large plantation, commanded the American forces, and was president of the constitutional convention so he was very well looked upon by his peers.
Where was George Washington's winter camp?
It varied from winter to winter. He wintered at Valley Forge. He also wintered in the Hudson Valley. Martha joined him at his winter homes.
What was George Washington's state of residence?
George Washington resided his whole life in Virginia. His adult home is called Mount Vernon.
George Washing want independence from England for the same reason as many in the colonies. There was no fairness in the way the colonists were treated when it came to the king's edicts, taxes, and statutes.
What was one important precendent set by George Washington during his term in the office?
He formed a cabinet approved by the Senate.
When did the 4year term for president start?
The four year term for the President is specified in Article II of the U.S. Constitution, so it has been in place from the beginning. George Washington served two 4 year terms from 1789 to 1797.
How was George Washington elected President of the USA?
Yes, but not in the type of election we have today. In a compromise among the founding fathers, they created the Electoral College. Some wanted the Congress to elect the president and others felt that should be left to the people. The general public could not vote for president, but instead voted for electors who then voted on the president. The winner became the President and the runner up was the Vice President.
Who were the people involved in the battle of lexington and concord?
hell I don't know
NEW RESPONDENT
The British raid against Lexington and Concord, ordered by Gen. Thomas Gage had
the task of capturing two revolutionary leaders: John Hancock and Samuel Adams and
destroying the military depot established by the Congress at Concord.
Where was George Washington inaugurated as the first president?
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How long did George Washington live after his presidency?
Washington's term ended in March of 1797, and he died in December of 1799.
What did Washington warn all Americans in his farewell speech?
Washington warned the people against foreign alliences and against maitaining a standing army.
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