George Washington

Born: February 22, 1732

Birthplace: Pope's Creek, Va.

Died: December 14, 1799

Party: Federalist

Served as president: 1789-1797

Number: 1

Vice President: John Adams

First Lady: Martha Dandridge Custis

Stepchildren: John Parke Custis, Martha Parke Custis

Nickname: Father of his Country

Intersting Facts: He was the first President to appear on a postage stamp.

He was asked to assume the role of King of the United States before agreeing to be President.