George Washington Quotes


It is not the mere study of the Law, but to become eminent in the profession of it, which is to yield honor and profit.


Citations

Washington, George. Letter to Bushrod Washington, 15 Jan. 1783. The Writings of George Washington from the Original Manuscript Sources, 1745-1799, edited by John C. Fitzpatrick, vol. 26, U.S. Government Printing Office, 1938, p. 40.

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George Washington
  • Born: February 22, 1732
  • Died: December 14, 1799
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: President

George Washington was the first President of the United States (1789-97), the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He presided over the convention that drafted the current United States Constitution and during his lifetime was called the "father of his country".