America’s First: George Washington Nia Neal American People I Professor Simonelli November 24, 2014 Abstract A name that stands out in U.S history more than many others is George Washington. George Washington was the first president of the United States. He gave his dedication long before presidency by serving his country as a soldier in the Revolutionary War and at the Constitutional Convention. He is a quiet man and always enjoyed spending time on his land in Mount Vernon
Secretary of Treasury, remains highly credited for his creation of the National Bank in 1791, after America gained independence. However, prior to serving as the nation’s strongest economic influence, Hamilton participated as Lieutenant Colonel to George Washington in the Revolutionary War. He also played a major role in drafting the Constitution, and later defended his ideas after publishing The Federalist Papers, a series of essays co-written by John Jay and James Madison. Through developing a strong