the growing nation Flashcards
what year was george washington sworn into office?
1789
which cabinet helps the president deal with other nation?
the secretary of state
which cabinet helps handle money problems?
the secretary of treasure
which cabinet defends the nation and keeps armed forces strong?
the secretary of war
who did george washington appoint as the secretary of state?
Thomas jefferson
who did george washington appoint as the secretary of treasure?
alexander hamilton from new york
who did george washington appoint as the secretary of war?
Henry Knox from massachusetts
who did george washington appoint as the attorney general?
edmund randolph from virginia
what is the fourth cabinet position?
department of justice (attorney general)
how many years did george washington serve as president?
8 years
where did george washington retire?
Mount Vernon his home in northern virginia
