George Washington

Get to know the humble Revolutionary War general who became the first U.S. President!They said I was a leader, brave, honest, fearless, and just. My thoughts of myself were much more modest. Some Americans wanted to make me a king instead of a president. I refused because I knew that the strength of the United States and the value of liberty were more powerful than any one person even me. I am George Washington. Celebrated war hero George Washington used his progressive ideals to become the first President of the United States, earning the nickname "e;Father of his Country."e; Young readers will be inspired by Washington's heroic journey to make America a better place in this biography featuring:- illustrations throughout- a timeline- an introduction to the other people you'll meet in the book, including Helen's amazing teacher and the men who fell in love with her- maps- sidebars- a top ten list of important things to know, and more