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 Washington's Farewell Address, delivered in 1796, is considered a seminal piece of American political advice, emphasizing the importance of national unity and avoiding foreign alliances.[([[https://www.ushistory.org/us/17d.asp|ushistory]])]
+===== Strong Central Government =====
+He was an avid supporter of the idea of a strong central government, which influenced the drafting of the Constitution.[([[https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/us-history/road-to-revolution/creating-a-nation/a/presidency-of-george-washington|khanacademy]])]
+===== Freemason =====
+Washington was a Freemason and served as the Worshipful Master of his Masonic lodge.[([[https://gwmemorial.org/pages/george-washington-the-mason|gwmemorial]])]
+===== Capital City =====
+The capital city of the United States, Washington, D.C., is named in his honor.[([[https://www.britannica.com/place/Washington-DC/History|britannica]])]
+===== On Money =====
+Washington's image appears on the one-dollar bill and the quarter coin.[([[https://livesandlegaciesblog.org/2019/08/08/how-george-ended-up-on-the-1-bill/|livesandlegaciesblog]])]
+===== Only President Not In White House =====
+He is the only president who did not live in the White House, as it was not completed until after his presidency.[([[https://clintonwhitehouse4.archives.gov/WH/glimpse/top.html|clintonwhitehouse4]])]
+===== False Teeth =====
+Washington's false teeth were not made of wood, as commonly believed, but rather a combination of human and animal teeth, as well as ivory.[([[https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/false-teeth/|mountvernon]])]
+===== Avid Horse Rider =====
+He was an avid horseback rider and owned several horses, including his famous war horse named Nelson.[([[https://wiltonhistorical.org/2018/02/man-dog-george-washington-beloved-war-horse-nelson/|wiltonhistorical]])]
+===== Height =====
+Washington's height was about 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm), making him considerably taller than the average height of men during his time.[([[https://www.quora.com/Was-George-Washington-tall-for-his-time|quora]])]
+===== Equestrian And Horseman =====
+Washington was an accomplished equestrian and a skilled horseman, known for his grace and control on horseback.[([[https://butlerprofessionalfarrierschool.com/archives/2090|butlerprofessionalfarrierschool]])]
+===== The Marble Man =====
+He had a reputation for being stoic and reserved, earning him the nickname "The Marble Man."[([[https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6213970-the-ascent-of-george-washington|goodreads]])]
+===== Distiller =====
+Washington was a successful distiller and operated one of the largest whiskey distilleries in America during his time.[([[https://www.mountvernon.org/the-estate-gardens/distillery/ten-facts-about-the-distillery/|mountvernon]])]
+===== Slaveowner Against Slavery =====
+Despite being a slaveowner, Washington expressed mixed feelings about slavery and eventually freed his slaves in his will.[([[https://encyclopediavirginia.org/entries/washington-george-and-slavery/|encyclopediavirginia]])]
+===== Health Issues =====
+Washington suffered from various health issues throughout his life, including malaria, smallpox, and dental problems.[([[https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/george-washingtons-medical-chart|pbs]])]
+===== Promoted To General =====
+He was posthumously promoted to the rank of General of the Armies of the United States in 1976, making him the highest-ranking military officer in U.S. history.[([[https://study.com/academy/lesson/5-star-generals-in-us-history.html|study]])]
+===== Inauguration =====
+Washington's inauguration as the first president took place on the balcony of Federal Hall in New York City.[([[https://www.archives.gov/milestone-documents/president-george-washingtons-first-inaugural-speech|archives]])]
+===== Avid Reader =====
+He was an avid reader and had a substantial personal library.[([[https://www.mountvernon.org/library/digitalhistory/digital-encyclopedia/article/george-washington-s-library/|mountvernon]])]
+===== Duty And Commitment =====
+Washington had a deep sense of duty and often spoke of his commitment to serving his country without personal gain.[([[https://avalon.law.yale.edu/18th_century/washing.asp|avalon]])]
+===== Patience And Avoidance Of Risks =====
+Washington's military strategy during the Revolutionary War was characterized by patience and the avoidance of unnecessary risks.[([[https://media.defense.gov/2010/Sep/28/2001330154/-1/-1/0/AFD-100928-025.pdf|defense]])]
+===== Mapmaker =====
+He was a skilled mapmaker and used his cartographic skills during his military campaigns.[([[https://slate.com/human-interest/2016/02/maps-made-by-george-washington-longtime-surveyor-and-cartographer.html|slate]])]
+===== Establishment Of US Military Academy =====
+Washington was an influential advocate for the establishment of the United States Military Academy at West Point.[([[https://www.westpoint.edu/about/history-of-west-point|westpoint]])]
+===== First Aircraft Carrier Name =====
+The U.S. Navy's first aircraft carrier, the USS George Washington, was named in his honor.[([[https://www.airpac.navy.mil/Organization/USS-George-Washington-CVN-73/About-Us/|airpac]])]
+===== Honorary Citizen Of France =====
+Washington was an honorary citizen of France, a rare honor bestowed upon him by the French Revolutionary government.[([[https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/the-other-special-relationship/|mountvernon]])]
+===== Unanimously Elected =====
+He is the only president who has been unanimously elected by the Electoral College.[([[https://www.britannica.com/event/United-States-presidential-election-of-1789|britannica]])]
+===== Supporter Of Religious Freedom And Tolerance =====
+Washington was an avid supporter of religious freedom and tolerance.[([[https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/religion/religious-freedom/religious-freedom-in-the-ranks/|mountvernon]])]
+===== Crossing Delaware River =====
+His famous crossing of the Delaware River on December 25, 1776, during the Revolutionary War, played a crucial role in the American victory at the Battle of Trenton.[([[https://www.battlefields.org/learn/revolutionary-war/battles/trenton|battlefields]])]
+===== Talented =====
+Washington was an accomplished dancer and enjoyed attending balls and social events.[([[https://www.quora.com/What-were-George-Washingtons-favorite-activites|quora]])]
+===== City Of Washington =====
+The city of Washington, Pennsylvania, was named in honor of George Washington.[([[https://www.washingtoncopa.gov/history|washingtoncopa]])]
+===== Farewell Address =====
+His farewell address warned against the dangers of political parties and foreign entanglements.[([[https://www.americanyawp.com/reader/a-new-nation/george-washington-farewell-address-1796/|americanyawp]])]
+===== Personal Motto =====
+Washington's personal motto was "Deeds, not words."[([[https://answersingenesis.org/answers/magazine/v15-n1/publishers-pen/deeds-not-words/|answersingenesis]])]
+===== Death =====
+He died on December 14, 1799, at Mount Vernon, and his funeral was attended by a large number of mourners, marking his profound impact on the nation.[([[https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/235412309.pdf|core]])]

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