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Congressional Gold Medal
Washington was awarded the very first Congressional Gold Medal. It was approved in March 35, 1776. Used wikipedia -
Philadelphia Convention
Washington also was the president of the Philadelphia Convention because he did not like the Articles of Confederation Used wikipedia -
Government
In 1789 Washington estabilshed more to the executive branch. He wanted a strong government. Used wikipedia and book -
George Washington's Oath
George Washington was the first president of the United States and took oath on April 30, 1789. He was the military leader. His vice president was John Adams which became the second president. John Adams delt more with politics Used wikipedia and used book -
Financial Problems
There were a lot of financial problems when Washington was president and Adams was vice president. The country was in national debt. Alexander Hamilton, a member of Washington's cabinet, plan went into action on 1790. His plan was to pay off all the debt. They issued bonds and they paid off the national debt. Used book -
Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights was adopted in 1791. It is the first 10 amendements of the Constitution Used wikipedia and book -
Whiskey Rebellion
Federal officers steeped up on efforts to collect taxes. This happened during Washinton's president. Used book -
Farewell Address
This was the end of George Washington's presidency. He wrote is farewell address with James Madison. Used wikipedia
