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George Washington was president from 1789 to 1797. Washington was previously the Commander in Chief for the Continental Army.
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John Adams was president from 1797 to 1801. Previously, he was vice president to George Washington.
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Thomas Jefferson was president from 1801 to 1809. Previously, he was vice president to John Adams.
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James Madison was president from 1809 until 1817. Previously, he was the fifth Secretary of State
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James Monroe was president from 1817 until 1825. Previously, he was the seventh Secretary of State.
