George Washington
Washington was the ___ president.
First
He was the ____ president of the United States.
Third
Democratic Party
He was the ___ president of the United States.
10th
What was his nickname?
“Old Rough and Ready”
What was his military background like?
He was an American War general in the American Revolution. He also played a major rule in the French and Indian War and became Commander in Chief of the Continental Forces in 1775.
What political party was he with/the leader of?
Democratic-Republican
Did he support slavery?
Yes, he owned slaves
What political party was he?
He was a part of the Whig’s, but they later tried to impeach him from office, so he later had no party.
What was Taylor before running for office?
Career military officer
Did he have a good education?
Compared to other leaders at the time, his was limited and not as good.
How did he contribute to the Declaration of Independence?
He was one of the writers.
What were his jobs/activities before becoming president?
He was a politician and an army general
Did he run again after his term was over?
No he did not run again for office, he supported James Polk.
How long did he get to be in his term?
Only 16 months because he then died of gastroenteritis.
What rule did he play at the Constitutional Convention?
He helped to write the Constitution.
What was the major land purchase he made?
The Louisiana Purchase
What were his two nicknames?
“Old Hickory,” and “The Common Man President”
Was his presidency “successful”?
It was and wasn’t. He had no allies in the cabinet, but he made new acts and laws that helped the country.
Who was the president after Taylor died?
Millard Fillmore
How many precedents did he set during his term? What were they?
Three; two terms, going by Mr. President, and the cabinet
Who were Washington's Vice Presidents?
Aaron Burr and George Clinton
Who was his Vice President?
John C. Calhoun and Martin Van Buren
How did he become president?
He was the vice president during William Henry Harrison's term, but he then died so Tyler became president.
What wars/battles did he serve in?
The War of 1812, the Black Hawk War, and the 2nd Seminole War