Who was the first president of the United States?

George Washington was the first president of the United States, serving from 1789 to 1797. He is often referred to as the "Father of His Country" for his pivotal role in the founding of the nation and his leadership during the American Revolutionary War. Washington was unanimously elected as the first president by the Electoral College, setting many traditions and precedents for the office that followed. His leadership helped to define the role of the presidency, including the establishment of a cabinet and a two-term limit for future presidents, although the latter was not formally established until the 22nd Amendment in 1951. His presidency marked the beginning of the executive branch of the United States government.