Instruction
His Excellency, George Washington, Joseph Ellis
In a complete essay, answer ONE of the following. Please do not forget to answer the entire essay question (100 points).
Ellis book is in reality a psychological study of George Washington. In your opinion, what did the author consider to be Washingtons three strongest character traits? How did these characteristics affect Washingtons career, both military and political? Make sure to explain your answers.
Ellis says that the other founding fathers were considered more intellectually capable than George Washington, and yet it was Washington who was first in the pantheon of our countrys founders. What explanation does Ellis offer for this phenomena? What is YOUR opinion? Be sure to back it up.