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George Washington, “the father of our country”, was this nations first president, a war general and he revolutionized our government. Washington’s war time services were many. During the French and Indian War, he traveled 500 miles to warn the French to leave and with his small band of militia, went to war with them and won even though they were out numbered. In 1755 he won the indication of bravery and skill in organization against the British troops which caused for there retreat. He soon became commander-in-chief over the continental army and devoted many more years to the fight for independence. Not only known for his war efforts but also for his contributions to preserve peace. Washington held back troops during wartime which controlled peace with the British and he was also for many righteous causes; he also helped and gave his opinion during the formation and was in favor of ratification of the new constitution. Unanimously elected for pres