George Washington

George Washington (1732 – 1799) was a general and Commander in Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution.

He later served as a statesman who served as first President of the United States from 1789 to 1797 and was a key figure in early American history. The capital city of the United States of America, Washington, DC, as well as the state of Washington, were later named in his honor.

Washington was honored with an obelisk known as the Washington Monument in the city of Washington, DC. He was also honored with a carving of his likeness on Mount Rushmore, a monument which also survived at least until the late 23rd century.

The 1939 New York World's Fair opened on April 30, 1939, the 150th anniversary of George Washington's inauguration.