George Washington was comander and chief of the continental army during the American Revolution.
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On June 14, 1775 congress voted to create a continental army, choosing George Washington, a Virginian, as its commander in chief.
George Washington left Philadelphia right away to take charge of his army, which had already fought its first major battle.
There have been two U.S. presidents who chose not to take a salary during their time in office. The first was George Washington, who declined a salary for his entire presidency. The second was Herbert Hoover, who also refused to accept a salary during his term in office. Both presidents were independently wealthy and felt that they did not need the salary for their service to the country.
To take the first oath of office in New York City.
George Washington thought the British were going to attack Long Island because this was the easiest port for the troops to reach. When the Battle of Long Island did take place Washington and his troops were defeated.
George Washington hesistated to take his salary at first, but became convinced that refusing salary would set a precedent that might discourage other less wealthy men from running for President.