George Washington

George Washington (1732–1799) was the first president of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797, and is widely regarded as a Founding Father of the nation. He commanded the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, leading Patriot forces to victory against the British Empire, and later presided over the Constitutional Convention in 1787. He is commonly known as the Father of His Country for his central role in bringing about American independence and establishing the federal government.