George Washington (1732-1799) - 1ST President of the United States (1789-1797) George Washington is known for his greatness as a general and as the nation’s first President. He was very disappointed when two different political parties were developing at the end of his first term. Much to the nation’s disappointment Washington did not run for a third term. In addition to serving as our first president, he was a successful leader in the fight for independence from Great Britain, the first person … [Read more...] about Famous Estates – Legacy Champ or Chump?