George Washington

Years served- April 30, 1789

Major Events- 1.The states officially ratify the first ten amendments to the Constitution, also known as the Bill of rights. 2. Beginning of French Revolution- French revolutionaries storm the Bastille prison in Paris, marking the start of the French Revolution. 3. Farwell address- Washington makes his farwell adress as president in Philadelphia.

GW first fought in the war for a few years then was elected as president for 8 years and later retired