What was George Washington known for?

George Washington is often called the “Father of His (or Our) Country.” He not only served as the first president of the United States, but he also commanded the Continental Army during the American Revolution (1775–83) and presided over the convention that drafted the U.S. Constitution.

What is Alexander Hamilton known for?

Alexander Hamilton was a founding father of the United States, who fought in the American Revolutionary War, helped draft the Constitution, and served as the first secretary of the treasury. He was the founder and chief architect of the American financial system.

Who were the 6 founding fathers?

America’s Founding Fathers — including George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, James Monroe and Benjamin Franklin — together with several other key players of their time, structured the democratic government of the United States and left a legacy that has shaped the world.

Are people today rediscovering the founding fathers?

Many people today are rediscovering the American Founding Fathers. The interest can be seen among both scholars and ordinary citizens.

Should we judge the founding fathers by their worst acts?

Judging the Founding Fathers by their worst acts will not bring us any closer to the goal of liberty and justice for all. But nor will ignoring or denying these horrific acts. Like the Founding Fathers, my ancestors sacrificed to build this country.

Would the Founding Fathers want more religion in government and schools?

Politicians and citizens also use the Founding Fathers when talking about the separation between church and state. Some people actually think that these men would want more religion in today’s government and schools. That is absolutely absurd. The American Revolution and other revolutions of the time were brought about by Enlightenment thinking.

What is our attitude toward the founding fathers?

Of course, our attitude toward the Founding Fathers is more complicated than simple hero worship or deference to original authority. We actually have two schools of thought in American history and constitutional law regarding the Founders: the “originalists” and the “progressives.”