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The Americanism of Washington

by Henry Van Dyke

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1906
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George Washington’s commitment to a shared public cause gives Henry Van Dyke the central argument of this historical essay. Opening with a challenge to familiar myths and ceremonial portraits, Van Dyke presents Washington among fellow founders whose cooperation helped shape the republic. He defines American identity through political convictions, including representative government, liberty protected by law, fair opportunity, and service to the common good.

The discussion follows these principles into Washington’s willingness to accept the presidency and his selection of capable public servants. It also compares Philip Schuyler’s response to disappointment at Saratoga with Benedict Arnold’s wounded ambition.

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Henry Van Dyke

Henry Van Dyke (1852-1933), known in full as Henry Jackson van Dyke Jr., was an American author, educator and diplomat who also wrote poetry and worked as a theologian and literary scholar. His books include "The Blue Flower" and "The House of Rimmon".

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First published
1906
Reading time
About 30 minutes
Pages
13
Language
English
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