Father of His Country
George Washington
1732 - 1799
"It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one."
Biography
An American political leader, military general, statesman, and Founding Father who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797. Previously, he led Patriot forces to victory in the nation's War for Independence.
Legacy
Washington's leadership was instrumental in the founding of the United States. His decision to relinquish power after two terms set a crucial precedent for the peaceful transfer of power in the American republic.