George Washington’s Decision to Resign
President Washington inside the Capitol Building (c) Xinjin Zhao

George Washington’s Decision to Resign

George Washington could have been the first king of the United States of America, but he performed the most anti-monarchical symbolic act of his life when, on December 23, 1783, after American independence was secured, he made the decision to resign his commission and return to his farm. Later when he was entrusted to be the first President of the United States, he resigned after two terms. Washington’s decisions at the beginning of the young nation set the foundation for the country to be on a path of prosperity.

Today is the President’s Day and February 22 is the birthday of President George Washington (February 22, 1732 – December 14, 1799). I thought I would post photos of the Washington Monument I took during four different seasons to celebrate his birthday and commemorate his life. The seasonal change in Washington DC is also a good reflection of the dynamic nature of the American political environment.

The 555-foot tall obelisk stands over the nation’s capital much like the legacy of George Washington stands over America’s history. It is both the world's tallest stone structure and the world's tallest obelisk.

(The titles of the photos are linked to my National Geographic photo site (https://yourshot.nationalgeographic.com/profile/1546606/where the original photos were posted. Thanks for visiting.)

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Spring: Cherry Blossom


Summer: National Flags


Fall: Morning Runner along the Reflection Pool


Winter: Political Clouds over Washington



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Christian Kastner MSc, MBA

Sales Director || Sales + Leadership Pro || An Owl ?? with Millennial Energy || Editor + Author || Lifelong Learner || Proud Dad of 2 || ???? gerne "per Du" ???? ||

6 年

Thank you, great article and pictures

Caitlin Whiteside

Data Driven FAR/DFAR Federal Contract Professional

6 年

Wonderful article, Great read! I look at Washington's decision as an investment in prosperity and a belief in the power and hope for future leaders and civil discourse. When leaders trust in their past achievements, they more easily rely on it's ability to self perpetuate.

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