George Washington gave his farewell address 17 September 1796.

By Thomas Jay Kemp on September 17, 2009

George Washington gave his farewell address September 17, 1796.   Think of it.   He had led the nation in war and unified us as a new and separate country. He had served as President since April 30, 1789 and now he was leaving office. He was the image of stability, security, a father... (Read More)