George Washington is elected as first President of the United States.
Washington took office on April 30, 1789.
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George Washington created the Purple Heart medal that symbolizes military merit.
President George Washington provided a letter of address to say he would not run for president again after 20 years of service.
George Washington was re-elected as the US President.
George Washington issued his 'Thanksgiving Proclamation.'
During the Battle of Princeton, British forces were defeated in New Jersey by George Washington's revolutionary army.
