First inauguration of George Washington facts for kids
The first inauguration of George Washington was a really important day for the United States! It happened on April 30, 1789. This was the day George Washington officially became the very first president of the United States.
An inauguration is a special ceremony where a new president takes an oath and officially starts their job. Before Washington, the country was run under a different system. After the Constitution was approved, it was time for a president.
John Adams had already become the vice president a few days earlier, on April 21. When it was Washington's turn, he was sworn in by a judge named Robert Livingston. This big event took place in New York City, which was the nation's capital at the time.
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Federal Hall in New York City, where George Washington became president on April 30, 1789.
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In Spanish: Primera investidura presidencial de George Washington para niños
