In the Style of Renoir – recreate ‘Washington Crossing the Delaware’- by Emanuel Leutze – The men in the boat represent a cross-section of the American colonies- including one in a Scottish bonnet and another of African descent facing backward next to each other in the front. A western rifleman is at the bow- two farmers in broad-brimmed hats are near the back (one with a bandaged head)- and one at the stern wearing what appears to be Native American clothing to symbolize that all people in the new United States of America were represented. — using Red Yellow Orange Color
Read MoreAfter the war, Washington’s dedication to the nascent nation did not wane. He presided over the Constitutional Convention in 1787, where his support was crucial in the drafting and ratification of the U.S. Constitution. In 1789, he was unanimously elected as the first President of the United States, serving two terms and setting many precedents for the office. Washington’s presidency established the foundations of American governance, including the creation of a stable financial system, the establishment of the executive cabinet, and the tradition of a peaceful transfer of power. Retiring to his beloved Mount Vernon in 1797, he remained a symbol of national unity until his death on December 14, 1799. Washington’s legacy as a leader of integrity, courage, and vision continues to inspire generations.
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