Q. 77 / 128American History → Famous Citizens
Who was the first President of the United States?
OFFICIAL ANSWER
- (George) Washington
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Context
Washington had led the Continental Army to victory in the Revolutionary War and presided over the Constitutional Convention in 1787. When the new Constitution created the presidency, he was unanimously elected by the Electoral College in 1789. His leadership established the executive branch's role and demonstrated that power could be transferred peacefully in a republic.
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