The National Mall in Southwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Washington: The Man
National Mall and Memorial Parks
— National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
"He was, indeed, in every sense of the words, a wise, a good, and a great man." Thomas Jefferson, January 2, 1814
George Washington shaped the United States in both war and peace. He led the Continental Army against the British in the American Revolution. After eight long years, his small force defeated the world's strongest military. The new nation looked to Washington as a unifying figure, electing him the first President of the United States of America. Washington helped define the presidency by leaving office after two terms, setting the precedent of a peaceful transition of power.
Erected by National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington series list. A significant historical date for this entry is January 2, 1814.
Location. 38° 53.339′ N, 77° 2.36′ W. Marker is in Southwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in The National Mall. Marker is on 17th Street Southwest north of Independence Avenue Southwest. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1750 Independence Ave SW, Washington DC 20024, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers
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Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 27, 2022, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. This page has been viewed 81 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 27, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
