7.5K views · 297 reactions | George Washington was “the indispensable man” of the American Founding. The office of the presidency was essential to the establishment of our new nation—and was designed with him in mind. Today, more than 230 years ago, he delivered his first inaugural address in New York City’s Federal Hall. In it, he not only captured many of the values that made the young nation so unique, but cast his vision for its future. | The Heritage Foundation | Facebook