George Washington's Final Battle: The Epic Struggle to Build a Capital City and a Nation

George Washington played a significant role in establishing the capital city of the United States, Washington, DC, despite his death just months before the official relocation. His vision and influence continue to shape the city and provide a valuable lesson in leadership and consensus-building.

Format: Hardback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2021
Publisher: Georgetown University Press

George Washington is revered for his pivotal role in leading the Continental Army to victory, presiding over the Constitution's ratification, and forging a new nation. However, his involvement in the establishment of a capital city and its tumultuous aftermath is less well-known. In his book, George Washington's Final Battle, Robert P. Watson delves into the untold story of Washington's advocacy for a capital on the Potomac River. Washington played a direct role in envisioning and planning various aspects of the city that would serve as the seat of the young republic. His vision and influence shaped the city, giving it credibility, uniting a fractious nation, and fostering a sense of American identity. Despite his untimely death just months before the federal government's official relocation, Washington's legacy lives on in the city that bears his name. This lesser-known chapter in founding history sheds light on Washington's political acumen and provides valuable insights into leadership and consensus-building, which remain relevant today. Whether you are interested in the founding period, the American presidency, or the history of Washington, DC, this book is sure to captivate readers with its intriguing narrative.

Weight: 664g
Dimension: 236 x 215 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781626167841