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The first five presidents

  • George Washington

    George Washington
    George Washington was president from 1789 to 1797. Washington was previously the Commander in Chief for the Continental Army.
  • John Adams

    John Adams
    John Adams was president from 1797 to 1801. Previously, he was vice president to George Washington.
  • Thomas Jefferson

    Thomas Jefferson
    Thomas Jefferson was president from 1801 to 1809. Previously, he was vice president to John Adams.
  • James Madison

    James Madison
    James Madison was president from 1809 until 1817. Previously, he was the fifth Secretary of State
  • James Monroe

    James Monroe
    James Monroe was president from 1817 until 1825. Previously, he was the seventh Secretary of State.