George Washington (February 22, 1732 – December 14, 1799) was an American political leader, military general, statesman, and founding father who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797. Previously, he led Patriot forces to victory in the nation's War for Independence. Washington's step-daughter Patsy Custis suffered from epileptic attacks from age 12, and she died in his arms in 1773. To that end, he preferred the title 'Mr. President' over more majestic names proposed by the Senate, including 'His Excellency' and 'His Highness the President'. His executive precedents included the inaugural address, messages to Congress, and the cabinet form of the executive branch.
Patsy Patsy Custis
Patsy Patsy Custis