University of Groningen
American History: Presidents: George Washington
Read George Washington's two inaugural speeches and his Annual Messages which give an interesting review of the beginning of the new United States. Included are links to some other writings of Washington and an 1808 biography.
Henry J. Sage
Sage American History: George Washington's Farewell Address
Full text of speech given by George Washington bidding farewell as he leaves public office, September 17, 1796.
Other
Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association: Washington's "First 100 Days"
A "President's First 100 Days" has become a barometer by which to measure the success of the rest of his term. George Washington had the added weight of launching our new nation in his first 100 days. Use this interactive timeline to see...
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Judiciary Act of 1789
Act establishing the organization of the U.S. federal court system, which had been sketched only in general terms in the U.S. Constitution. The act established a three-part judiciary-made up of district courts, circuit courts, and the...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Oddities of the First American Election
A brief video that tells the story of the first presidential election held in the United States in 1789. [4:07] The video is followed by a quiz and a list of additional resources.
Other
George Washington: Elected First President
This site provides a description of the election of 1788. A brief editorial about the election is given. A narrative on the early life of Washington is also included.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Growing Opposition
George Washington's cabinet had strong personalities with often opposing opinions. Read about the differences between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson in regard to Hamilton's financial policies for the new country. See why these...
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Equal Status of Jewish Americans
This 3-page article provides a general overview of George Washington recognizing the equal status of Jewish Americans in 1790.
Other
Mt. Vernon Ladies' Association: George Washington and the Supreme Court
George Washington was responsible for a lot of firsts for our nation. One such task was to fill the Supreme Court with six justices. Read the following excerpt about this duty and use the chart to see who he nominated and for how long...
US Senate
U.s. Senate: The Senate Moves to Philadelphia, 1790
One provision of the Residence Act of 1790 was that the federal government would reside in Philadelphia until 1800. This article discusses that first meeting there.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: George Washington: The First Administration
Read about George Washington's presidency. See why his role was so important in setting precedents to be followed by future chief executives. Find out about some of the warts in his personality too, all of which made him more human.
Digital History
Digital History: Defining the Presidency
George Washington, as the first president, molded the office in a way that served as a model for later leaders. Read about the precedents he set forth
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1754 1800: The Presidency of George Washington
As the first president of the United States, George Washington set several important precedents for the federal government.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: The New Republic
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this flipchart students will learn how the United States first established itself and began to operate. Students will also evaluate Hamilton's and Madison's plan to reduce the national debt after the...
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: 1789 Judiciary Act
Features a summary and interesting facts about the 1789 Judiciary Act that established the U.S. court system.