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Cabinet Members

George Washington was elected in 1789 to help with George Washington's successes he chose four (4) cabinet members. Their names were Henry Knox, Alexander Halmilton, Thomas Jefferson, and Edmund Randolph.

-Henry Knox - Henry Knox was the United States first secretary of War. Henry Knox was in cabinet from March 8, 1785 to December 31, 1794. Henry Knox was in the Revolutionary War with General Washington. George Washington elected Henry for his bravery,intelligence, and kindness.

-Alexander Hamilton- Alexander Hamilton was the first Secretary of Treasury. He believed in a stong national government. He believed that this strong government shoud be active in encouraging the growth of cities,trade,and factories.

-Thomas Jefferson- George Washington appointed Thomas Jefferson to become first Secretary of State,

- Edmund Randolph- Edmund Randolph was the first Attorney General. Edmund was a lawyer.