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George Washington (1732-99) was commander in chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War (1775-83) and served two terms as the first U.S. president, from 1789 to 1797. The...

George Washington, American general and commander-in-chief of the colonial armies in the American Revolution (1775–83) and subsequently first president of the United States (1789–97). He is known as ‘the Father of His Country.’. Learn more about Washington’s life and career.

Best Known For: George Washington, a Founding Father of the United States, led the Continental Army to victory in the Revolutionary War and was America’s first president. Industries U.S. Politics

George Washington – first American president, commander of the Continental Army, president of the Constitutional Convention, and farmer. Through these roles, Washington exemplified character and leadership. The Popes Creek birthsite. The home that Washington was born in has not survived.

The 1st President of the United States. The biography for President Washington and past presidents is courtesy of the White House Historical Association. On April 30, 1789, George Washington...

Timeline of important events in the life of George Washington, American general and commander in chief of the colonial armies during the American Revolution (1775–83) and subsequently the first president of the United States (1789–97). Washington is often called ‘the Father of His Country.’

George Washington was unanimously elected President of the United States. Twice. George Washington helped shape the office's future role and powers, as well as set both formal and informal precedents for future presidents.

George Washington, (born Feb. 22, 1732, Westmoreland county, Va.—died Dec. 14, 1799, Mount Vernon, Va., U.S.), American Revolutionary commander-in-chief (1775–83) and first president of the U.S. (1789–97). Born into a wealthy family, he was educated privately.