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It has been said his single greatest contribution was that he chose to step down after two terms. When he announced he would not seek a third term, Britain's King George III did not believe any man who had the loyalty of the entire army would willingly surrender power. "if he does it, " he commented, "he will be the greatest man who ever lived." Washington could have been named King, could have become President for life... could have set himself up to rule militarily... But he chose to set the example of the president being a temporary office, and was the first world leader to organize the peaceful transfer of power thru rule of law. For over a hundred years after his terms of office, subsequent presidents honored Washington's example and refused to run for a third term of office, despite the fact that the Constitution did not impose any limit to presidential terms. Only after FDR won 4 consecutive terms was an amendment passed limiting the office of president to two terms. Washington essentially defined the office of the presidency.
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What president in on the twenty five cent coin?
George Washington.
First five signatures on US Constitution?
George Washington George Read Gunning Bedford Jr. John Dickinson Richard Bassett
What are some quotes by george washington gale ferris jr?
George was just five years old when his parents moved the family from sedate and affluent. During this time, George Jr. wrote of ranching as "the best occupation I know of".
Who were the first 5 presidents born in Virginia?
George WashingtonThomas JeffersonJames MadisonJames MonroeWilliam Henry HarrisonJohn TylerZachary TaylorWoodrow Wilson
What were the five reasons the Declaration of Independence was passed?
5 reasons why the declaration of independence was written
What bay does George live at in the famous five?
George lives at Kirrin Island, which is in Kirrin Bay in the "Famous Five" series by Enid Blyton.
What president in on the twenty five cent coin?
George Washington.
What were the names of The Famous Five?
Enid Blyton's Famous Five were * Julian * Dick * Anne * George (Georgina) * Timmy (the dog)
How many girls were in famous five?
There were two girls in the Famous Five series by Enid Blyton: Anne and George (Georgina).
Is the George Washington bridges one of the five suspension bridges?
yes
Five word George Washington Carver said?
Be too generous to cheat.
From The Famous Five who is missing from George Anne Dick and Timmy?
Julian
Where does george live in the famous five books?
George resides at Kirrin Cottage with her parents and her dog, Timmy, in Enid Blyton's Famous Five series.
What is George in Famous Five's real name?
Her name is Georgina but she is a tomboy and tells people to call her George.
What is a Washington quarter?
The US twenty-five cent piece that has been minted since 1932 with George Washington's portrait.
What books were made about George Washington?
There are countless books about George Washington. If you are looking for biographies on the first president, these are five of the best about him:His Excellency: George Washington - by Joseph EllisWashington: A Life - by Ron ChernowWashington: The Indispensable Man - by James T. Flexner1776 - by David McCulloughGeorge Washington: A Biography - by Washington Irving
Who are the five characters in the famous five books?
Julian, Dick, Anne and Georgina (George) - and their dog Timothy
