The Education of Henry Adams · Character
George Washington
First U.S. President, a historical reference.
minor
Also known as George
First appearance: Quincy (1838–1848)
George Washington shows up with force in Quincy (1838–1848). The page is where that presence becomes real.
Appointed Joshua Johnson as Consul in London in 1790.
George Washington first appears in 0003 i quincy 1838 1848.
In Quincy (1838–1848): Appointed Joshua Johnson as Consul in London in 1790.
Later, in Washington (1850–1854): Revered as a primary, steady figure; Henry visits Mount Vernon and sees him as an ultimate relation, like the Pole Star.
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