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Washington, George – (Born February 22, 1732; Died natural causes December 14, 1799, Virginia) First President of the United States of America, (April, 30, 1789 – March 3, 1797) only president to have been unanimously elected, “Father of Our Country,” the essential man, Commander-in-Chief and General of the Continental Army, who like Cincinnatus turned down the “keys to the kingdom” and refused to be Dictator/King. (No party affiliation)

Ships Papers

Permission to leave port of Philadelphia, May 15, 1793, English, French and German, partially printed, two sided, signed twice, approximately (10 1/4” x 15”). Countersigned by Thomas Jefferson as Secretary of State. Jefferson also served as Vice President (Adams) and as the Third President of the United States of America. (Art. II, Sec.1)

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