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Why did George Washington change his mind about attending the constitutional convention?
George Washington hesitated to go to the Constitutional Convention because he was suffering from Rheumatism, he had just lost his brother, he had to manage Mount Vernon, he doubted that the convention was going to accomplish very many things and he thought alot of other men with high stature were going to attend.
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George Washington was convinced to attend the constitutional convention in Philadelphia because he didn't want his reputation tarnished for not going.
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Who came out of retirement for the Constitutional Convention?
George Washington
Who was unanimously elected to lead the Constitutional Convention?
George Washington was elected to preside over and moderate the Constitutional Convention, in recognition of his work in the American Revolution and because of the fact that he was well known and respected by all.
Who did the delegates unanimously agree should preside over the Constitutional Convention?
George Washington George Washington
Who was unanimously elected president of the convention?
George Washington was elected President of the Constitutional Convention by unanimous vote. The Constitutional Convention opened in 1787 in Philadelphia.
What was George Washington's age during the Constitutional Convention?
Benjamin Franklin was 81 during the convention.
