Who was the first president of the United States?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the name of the individual who held the position of the first president of the United States. This is a historical inquiry seeking a factual answer.
Answer
George Washington was the first president of the United States.
The first president of the United States was George Washington, who served from 1789 to 1797.
Answer for screen readers
The first president of the United States was George Washington, who served from 1789 to 1797.
More Information
George Washington was unanimously elected by the Electoral College and delivered the first State of the Union address. His leadership set many precedents for future presidents.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing George Washington with John Hanson, who sometimes is referred to as a 'lost hero' and held a position in a different governing system under the Articles of Confederation.
Sources
- George Washington - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- First President | George Washington's Mount Vernon - mountvernon.org
- List of presidents of the United States - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
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