Why was george washington a good leader?

On this anniversary of George Washington's birth, it is worth looking back at what historians have observed about his leadership. Although he wasn't perfect, as no man or woman is, there is much to admire about George Washington and the way he led. read more

The ideas that Washington had and lived became so imbued in American institutions and culture, because of his skill as a visionary leader, that we have failed to realize from whence they came, namely, from our national Father, George Washington. read more

List qualities they believe made George Washington an effective military leader. List some practical lessons Washington may have learned from his early military experiences. Discuss some difficulties Washington faced as Commander-in-Chief. Discuss how Washington responded to the difficulties he faced as the leader of the Continental Army. read more