The Life of George Washington

This meticulously written H. C. Lodge's biography of George Washington represents a detailed 2-volume account of the life and work of one of the most significant American statesmen. George Washington (1732-1799) was 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. He presided at the Constitutional Convention of 1787, which established the U.S. Constitution and a federal government. Washington has been called the "Father of His Country" for his manifold leadership in the formative days of the new nation. Washington played a key role in adopting and ratifying the Constitution and was then twice elected president by the Electoral College. He implemented a strong, well-financed national government while remaining impartial in a fierce rivalry between cabinet members Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton.

Contents:

The Old Dominion

The Washingtons

On the Frontier

Love and Marriage

Taking Command

Saving the Revolution

Malice Domestic, and Foreign Levy

The Allies

Arnold's Treason, and the War in the South

Yorktown

Peace

Working for Union

Starting the Government

Domestic Affairs

Foreign Relations

Washington as a Party Man

The Last Years

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