George Washington's Presidency
By: Lauren Hanusey
How Did He Shape the Presidency??
Washington's precendents
He came up with ideas like:
- Establishing the idea of having cabinet advisors
- Issuing the 1st Thanksgiving Proclamation
- Supporting ideas like the Bank of America
- Forming the Navy
- Introducing a policy of neutrality during foreign wars
Some of his accomplishments were:
- Leading the continental army during the American Revolution and winning the battle
- Being the first president
- Establishing different forms of government that still last today
Was Washington an effective leader??
Washington's Leadership Lessons
- Treating others with tons of respect
- Holding his men accountable
- Taking his responsibility for his men and always believing in them
Leadership Qualities Shown by Washington:
- Toughness- Always making it through even through the toughest times
- Persistence- He never gave up
- Organization- He a very organized army and government
Sources
10 Facts about Washington's Presidency
http://millercenter.org/president/biography/washington-impact-and-legacy
http://www.topinspired.com/top-10-major-accomplishments-of-george-washington/
https://learnodo-newtonic.com/george-washington-accomplishments
http://americanfounding.blogspot.com/2008/07/leadership-qualities-of-george.html