George Washington: Summoned By A Country; One Man Stood Strong British Literature and Composition No other man has anymore history in the making of a nation than George Washington. Washington, known as the father of this nation, was a fighter and a leader whose accomplishments led to the creation of this great nation. No matter what part of history is found, Washington holds his reputation. Edward Channing states it perfectly: “Of all men in history, not one so answers our expectations as Washington. Into whatever part of his life the historian puts his probe, the res