Presidential Legacy: George WashingtonVersion en ligne Explore the key aspects of George Washington's presidency and his lasting impact on American history. par Bobbi Wood 1 Early Life and Military Career 2 Presidential Precedents 3 Foreign Relations and Neutrality 4 Domestic Issues Born in Virginia General of the Continental Army Victory at the Battle of Yorktown Built Fort Necessity Establishment of the Cabinet Served only 2 terms Farewell Address Jay Treaty Proclamation of Neutrality Avoiding entangling alliances Creation of the First Bank of the United States Expansion of the federal government Whiskey Rebellion Treaties with Native Americans in the Northwest Territory