What Are George Washington's Major Accomplishments

George Washington is the best president in United States history. The importance of time and place is found most in who gets to create history. Many intelligent men were involved in the creation of the United States. Washington presided over them earning the title “Father of his Country”. Many great presidents have came after him, but along with his fortunate place in history, his accomplishments and character send him to the top to be recognized as the best president the United States has ever had. “It's being in the right place at the right time and taking advantage of your opportunities,” is a quote by Lee Major. Not only was George Washington in the right place at the right time, but it was his ability to recognize the situation that
was at hand and seize the opportunities that were forming. The greatest country to ever exist was taking shape, and George Washington was leading it unopposed and adored by the people. Countless times he proved himself to be simply a great man. It was his decisions that created such an amazing, morally portrayed individual, which was then followed up by his actions making all the difference, gaining unyielding admiration and approval from everyone. [1,2,3] George Washington’s accomplishments are instrumental, especially when one factors in that some of them played a role in the survival of this country along with the traditions we have today.
No other presidents accomplishments can compare to the fact he was the greatest founder of the United Sates. The most noteworthy accomplishment is that he was the Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. Though no major and glorious battles were won, knowing full well the colonies were at a disadvantage, he strategically waited out the war making it to cost effective for Britain to continue while also eventually gaining Frances aid. He was then unanimously voted the first president of the United States. He himself decided that the title would be called “Mr. President”. After his first term, he was elected again unanimisouly. This makes him the only President in history to be unanimously voted for two terms. During his first term, Washington joined the states together to create a federal government. With his easily available power, he chose not to interfere with Congresses policy-making powers. He did intervene though when it came to foreign relations and wars in Europe. While others around him debated over whether to join sides with either the British or French, his ability to be the mediator settled the dispute and kept the growing, fragile country neutral.
[1,2,3] What is really most important though?
It’s George Washington’s character, what he valued, and he is unarguably the best president to hold the United States in his best interest. It’s not just what he did for his country, but the reasoning behind it. He is rightfully known as the Cincinnatus of America (Cincinnatus was a Roman general who defeated his enemies and immediately gave up power instead of becoming king) because he put the United States before himself. This is shown in the fact that he could have served for life with great power, but chose not to. He wanted to see the United States develop correctly, and that could not be done with just one man ruling as king. These decisions show the mind set of a true patriot. At the end of his second term though, he revealed one of the most important documents in the United States. George Washington’s Farewell Address was written because he wanted to warn the people of the United States of various outcomes and what he envisioned the future should behold in its most basic form. The purpose for writing his Farewell Address is to remind the United States to moderate political parties, be suspicious of foreign influence, and be wary of false patriotism. He then explains his action by the principles he lays out throughout the address. He closes on the fact he is excited to join his fellow Americans as a private citizen in this newly founded free government that they have created together.
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In conclusion, that is why George Washington is the best president the United States as had. He was given life in that small fragment of time, and made the most of it. All of his accomplishments helped aid in the ground work and foundation of the United States. His attitude is undeniably patriotic and truly had his country in his best history. And a quote by Abraham Lincoln on George Washington, "Washington's is the mightiest name of earth long since mightiest in the cause of civil liberty; still mightiest in moral reformation. On that name no eulogy is expected. It cannot be. To add brightness to the sun, or glory to the name of Washington, is alike impossible. Let none attempt it. In solemn awe pronounce the name, and in its naked deathless splendor leave it shining on." [4]