George Washington stresses that leaders need helpers who can think and act. He warns that real crises often hide in tiny, everyday moments. He also ties liberty to a deep love in the heart and reminds us to respect God’s rules and others’ conscience.
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George Washington was a Founding Father and the first president of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797. He led the Continental Army to win the American Revolutionary War.
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About George Washington
As commander of the Continental Army, Washington led Patriot forces to victory against the British Empire. He is commonly known as the Father of His Country for his role in bringing about American independence.
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