This meticulously written H. C. Lodge's biography of George Washington represents a detailed 2-volume account of the life and work of one of the most significant American statesmen. George Washington (1732-1799) was an American political leader, military general, statesman, and founding father who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797. Previously, he led Patriot forces to victory in the nation's War for Independence. He presided at the Constitutional Convention of 1787, which established the U.S. Constitution and a federal government. Washington has been called the 'Father of His Country' for his manifold leadership in the formative days of the new nation. Washington played a key role in adopting and ratifying the Constitution and was then twice elected president by the Electoral College. He implemented a strong, well-financed national government while remaining impartial in a fierce rivalry between cabinet members Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. Contents: The Old Dominion The Washingtons On the Frontier Love and Marriage Taking Command Saving the Revolution Malice Domestic, and Foreign Levy The Allies Arnold's Treason, and the War in the South Yorktown Peace Working for Union Starting the Government Domestic Affairs Foreign Relations Washington as a Party Man The Last Years George Washington