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The main reason that George Washington left office after two terms was that he did not want to establish an imperial presidency. He believed it should be an office of the people not a dynasty.
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Washington set a precedent for terms served by presidents by serving how many terms and then steppin gdown?
George Washington served two terms.
What terms did George Washington serve?
Washington served two terms as president from 1789-1793 and 1793-1796.
How many terms did Washington serve ?
I think one?
George washington served two terms as president?
George Washington did serve two terms as President of the United States. He was in office from April 30, 1789 until March 4, 1797. His Vice President was John Adams.
What is the number of terms Washington served as president?
George Washington served two terms and then declined a third.
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