dec 30, 1788 - April 30, 1789. George Washington, The First President. 1789-1799. The 1st President, George Washington was inaugurated in New York City and John Adams was elected as his Vice President. By 1797, John Adams became the 2nd President. By 1799, George Washington, the former 1st President of the United States and the 1st commander of the Revolution passes at his estate in Virginia.
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dec 30, 1788
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~ 237 years ago