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George Washington i jego legenda
George Washington and his legend

Author(s): Izabella Rusinowa
Subject(s): Cultural Essay, Political Essay, Societal Essay
Published by: Wydawnictwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego
Keywords: president; George Washington; United States

Summary/Abstract: George Washington, the first president of the new American country (1789-97), was highly respected when he was still alive, and after his death. The myth of the ideal leader and a generous man resulted from the need for a national hero, who various newcomers to this "divine land" might identify with, dreaming of a democratic country.

  • Issue Year: 411/2007
  • Issue No: 03
  • Page Range: 41-56
  • Page Count: 16
  • Language: Polish