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GEORGE WASHINGTON President
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Washington’s Not So Wooden Teeth- Made of cow’s teeth, human teeth
& elephant ivory
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“I cannot tell a lie…”
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Commander of the Continental Army.
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Chairman of the Constitutional Convention
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Washington sets precedents for future Presidents to follow. The two- term tradition. Mr. President
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Martha Washington What A Hottie!!!!
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Washington’s Home Mount Vernon, Virginia
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Mount Rushmore South Dakota
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Washington Monument
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The Great Seal
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ALEXANDER HAMILTON Sec. of Treasury
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Hamilton-Burr Duel July 11th, 1804
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THOMAS JEFFERSON Sec. of State
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Thomas Jefferson vs. Alexander Hamilton
* Born poor /illegitimate. * Desired aristocratic led govt. with strong central government. * Industrial society – Urban, large cities. * Admired Great Britain. * Free labor – no slavery. * Loose interpretation of the Constitution. * “Man is basically evil, needs to be controlled by a strong government. * Supported creation of Bank of US. * Born Wealthy. * Favored common man. * Supported a republic and a weak national government. * Agrarian Society, rural, small farms. * Favored France. * Slave owner / Hated slavery. * Strict interpretation of the Constitution. * “ A government governs best, which governs least.” * Opposed Bank of US.
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The Farewell Address President Washington advises the country to …
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1. Avoid the rise of political parties.
2. Reject Sectionalism- Think Nationally 3. Avoid “Entangling Alliances.” Stay out of foreign Affairs.
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