President Washington Links
https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/the-first-president "Unanimously elected twice, President Washington established many crucial presidential precedents. Washington believed that it was necessary to strike a delicate balance between making the presidency powerful enough to function effectively in a national government, while also avoiding any image of establishing a monarchy or dictatorship." George Washington's ★ Mount Vernon
https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/first-annual-address-to-congress Mar 11, 2024 "On January 8, 1790, President George Washington delivered the very first Annual Message to a Joint Session of Congress (now known as the State of the Union address), in the Senate chamber of Federal Hall in New York City. The address fulfilled Article II, Section 3, Clause 1 of the U.S. Constitution, which states that the President, “shall from time to time give to the Congress Information of the State of the Union, and recommend to their Consideration such Measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient.” Though a routine political tradition today, Washington's address represented a milestone in the long and difficult process of implementing and interpreting the Constitution, defining the respective roles of the three branches of government, and forging the political basis of a unified national identity." The Digital Encyclopedia of George Washington
https://www.history.com/shows/washington is a trilogy that explains how George Washington will become "the greatest man in the world." Episodes include "Loyal Subjects," "Rebel Commander," and "Father of His Country."Explore An Interactive Map of George Washington's Key Battles, An Interactive Timeline of George Washington's Life, and George Washington's Vision for America.
https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/constitutional-convention/washingtons-constitution "Americans generally recognize George Washington’s indispensable role as commander in chief of American forces during the Revolutionary War and as the first president under the United States Constitution...Many know he presided over the convention that drafted the Constitution, but few today fully appreciate his key role in forging and framing that document. If James Madison was the Constitution’s chief architect, as some textbooks say, then Washington was its general contractor in that he, more than anyone, got the work done."
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President Washington never lived in Washington, D.C.
George Washington established the tradition of a cabinet of advisors
Washington signed into law the first copyright law
Washington set precedents for the social life of the president
The first Thanksgiving Proclamation was issued by President Washington
President Washington personally led troops into the field to stop the Whiskey Rebellion
Washington vetoed only two bills while President
President Washington delivered an important address on religious tolerance at a Rhode Island synagogue
Washington’s second inaugural address is the shortest ever delivered
Washington’s Farewell Address is one of the most celebrated speeches in American history.
Washington is sworn in as President of the United States (Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association)
Precedents of President Washington
Learning Target: I will identify & explain three precedents established by President Washington.
precedent: something done or said, that may serve as an example.
neutrality: the state of taking no part on either side.
Washington's Farewell Address: this speech provided recommendations to the nation.
Cabinet: heads of the departments that help the president lead the nation.
Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson
Secretary of Treasury Alexander Hamilton
Secretary of War (Defense) Henry Knox
Attorney General Edmund Randolph.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uV4UpCq2azs Published on Jan 10, 2017 Hamilton: An American Musical Hamilton: An American Musical Published on Jan 10, 2017 As we prepare for President Barack Obama's final days in office, we celebrate the profound legacy he leaves behind. Today, we look back on Christopher Jackson performing "One Last Time" during our visit to The White House. Teach 'em how to say goodbye.
President Washington versus Emperor Napoleon
Portrait of George Washington
General George Washington Resigning His Commission
President George Washington
Lansdowne portrait
Washington arriving at Congress Hall
Washington, the Constable
Napoleon I as Emperor
Napoleon's Throne Room
Napoleon I on Imperial Throne
The Coronation of Napoleon
President Washington Youtube Links
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Akd0lCnfdx4 Feb 14, 2020 George Washington retired as General of the Continental Army in 1783. Upon his retirement he wrote a letter called the “Circular to the States” in which he shared his vision of how America and its citizens could succeed or fail in the years to come.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOA1oagp1-Y Jan 20, 2013 Mo Rocca reports on the very first presidential inauguration ceremony held for George Washington, and how it set precedents that last to this day. CBS News
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvE9fb--Dig Aug 29, 2013 Watch a short biography video of George Washington and learn about the life of the first President of the United States.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d55aPOBuOxM Feb 13, 2020 American history author David McCullough discusses the challenges George Washington faced in commanding the Continental Army during the American Revolution.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPdnoz9If_0 May 3, 2018 Find out how George Washington defined the office of the presidency, setting precedents that have lasted more than 200 years.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm5uPqucnHk&t Feb 21, 2012 Disney's The American Presidents is a fresh and relevant narrative (developed with a former producer of The Daily Show and The Colbert Report) about the men who led this country through change and the lives they affected, from an early idea of democracy, to our first African American President.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjjvgUp6CpY Jan 5, 2016 George Washington's Mount Vernon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RemIKCntLU0 This PowToon will present five precedents established by George Washington.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-l-9WA-55s&t Feb 12, 2015 We cannot tell a lie! Here's everything you need to know about our first president, George Washington, in just 60 seconds. PBS Presidents.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jocyA4Y4mPo Feb 23, 2020 Through eight grueling years of the Revolutionary War, and another eight as the first President of the United States, George Washington was sustained by a dream, of the day he would return to Mount Vernon, his beloved plantation high above the Potomac River, where at 65 years old he aspired to a peaceful retirement as a farmer. But that's not quite how it turned out. His post-presidency was filled with controversy, intrigue, and personal torment. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Chip Reid visits Mount Vernon, and talks with Jonathan Horn, author of "Washington's End: The Final Years and Forgotten Struggle." CBS Sunday Morning
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7y43jnYfyOQ&t Nov 28, 2017 Mount Vernon is the home to the first president of the United States, George Washington. History might mostly remember him as a general in the Revolutionary War, or the first President, but he was much more than that. Entrepreneur, master equestrian, and innovative agriculturist, Washington was a man with many different sides. His legacy is reflected today at his estate in Virginia. Thanks to the passion and hard work of our employees, you can come visit Mount Vernon and be transported back to the 18th century. Come learn more about the man who helped create the Untied States of America, and be inspired by this timeless estate.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvVDuzLYHqo May 4, 2018 Do you know when George Washington's birthday is? It's not presidents day, but it did change at one point! Watch this video as our manager of History Interpretation explains why this changed occurred. Let's just say two very famous historical figures were responsible for the confusion.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8A0_oGzqfoo Feb 17, 2018 George Washington was born on February 22, 1732... or was he? Discover the complicated story behind George Washington's birth date and the truth about "Presidents' Day" holiday.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27Il4eD2FZI Feb 14, 2021 On his 44th birthday at the beginning of the Revolutionary War, George Washington had yet to prove himself as a leader and military commander. This video is part of a virtual President's Day celebration hosted by Valley Forge National Historical Park. Each video in this series features a snapshot of early United States history through the lens of what was happening on George Washington's birthday at various points in his life. ValleyForgeNHP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYrvoS3wNtI&t Feb 14, 2021 1783 found George Washington in a headquarters overlooking the Hudson River in New York at the end of a long war. This video is part of a virtual President's Day celebration hosted by Valley Forge National Historical Park. Each video in this series features a snapshot of early United States history through the lens of what was happening on George Washington's birthday at various points in his life.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jecZO0MBvsw Feb 14, 2021 Extravagant celebrations of George Washington's birthday took place in Philadelphia during the years of his presidency, but leading the country in its infancy was not all fun and games for the first President of the United States.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LO0mlLlKa2I&t Feb 19, 2020 In this digital exclusive from "Washington" learn how George Washington took the framework of the constitution and forged history as the first president of the United States of America.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVtwXnhQz5Q Jun 18, 2019 Kristopher White of the American Battlefield Trust details Valley Forge, the winter encampment that rejuvenated the Continental Army and brought new hope to the American Revolution.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2QKJv0AwYU Mar 9, 2020 Rick cannot tell a lie when a handwritten letter from George Washington is brought into the shop. It could be worth a TON of money, but there are a lot of red flags, in this clip from Season 8, "Rebel, Rebel."
Ranking Washington's Ideals
Analyze these Ideals:
Unity & Sectionalism
The Constitution
Political Parties
Religion & Morality
Education
Credit & Borrowing
Taxes
Foreign Relations
Military
Separation of Powers
Ranking Washington's Ideals Collaborative Poster
Write this title: Ranking Washington’s Ideals.
Each Student will choose and use one Colored Marker for the entire poster. Sign your full name to earn credit.
RANK the IDEALS from 1- 10 by writing each TOPIC, with MET being a 1, down to ABANDONED being a 10.
Write TWO PHRASES from the Excerpts for each Ideal found in Washington’s Farewell Address.
Write ONE ORIGINAL STATEMENT explaining how the United States has either MET or ABANDONED this Ideal.
Draw ONE SYMBOL/IMAGE/ICON/ILLUSTRATION for each Ideal.
Ranking Washington's Ideals Gallery Walk
Committees will work for 15 minutes to complete the Collaborative Poster.
Hang Collaborative Poster at the Station and then do a timed Gallery Walk.
Committees will have one-minute to travel to each Station and analyze the Poster.
Analyze the Rankings, Phrases, Original Statements, and Symbols. Do you agree with the Committees' Rankings? Are the Rankings similar to your Poster? Does an Original Statement stand out to you?
After completing the Gallery Walk, go back to your Committee and await further Teacher Instructions.
Students will go to the Agree/Yea or Disagree/Nay region of the classroom and locate either their State counterpart, Class Member, or Chairman caucus.