HW Brands On George Washington And Power
HW Brands discusses George Washington's leadership qualities and military strategies in a recent episode of The Dishcast. Brands, a historian and author, highlights Washington's integrity and the complexities of his military career. The conversation also touches on Washington's impact on American politics and his role in shaping the Constitution.
- ▪HW Brands is a historian and author of over 30 books, including a new biography of George Washington.
- ▪The discussion covers Washington's leadership style, military challenges, and his significance in American history.
- ▪Brands emphasizes Washington's integrity and his ability to maintain loyalty among his men.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
The Dishcast with Andrew SullivanHW Brands On George Washington And Power1×Preview0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -51:10-51:10Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade.HW Brands On George Washington And PowerHe was a leader of rare integrity, restraint, and, above all, honor. But militarily a mixed bag.Andrew SullivanMay 29, 2026∙ PaidShareBill is a historian. He currently teaches at the University of Texas, where he holds the Jack S. Blanton Sr. Chair in History. He’s the author of more than 30 books, including The First American and Traitor to His Class. His new book is American Patriarch: The Life of George Washington. As part of our occasional series on great Americans, it was time for the OG American. I learned a lot reading the book and talking to Bill.
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Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Weekly Dish (Sullivan).
