George Washington served two terms as president of the United States.

Quick Scoop

  • He became the first U.S. president in 1789 and served until 1797, which is eight years total.
  • He was unanimously elected twice by the Electoral College, in 1788–1789 and again in 1792.
  • After his second term, he chose not to run again, partly to avoid the presidency looking like a lifetime position.
  • His decision helped establish the informal “two-term tradition” that later became law in the 22nd Amendment.

In 1796, as his second term wound down, Washington declined to seek a third term and prepared his famous Farewell Address, formally stepping away from power.

TL;DR: George Washington served two four-year terms as president, from 1789 to 1797.

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