UpdatedThu, Feb 18, 2021 at 11:45 pm ET Reply George Washington resigned as commander of the Continental Army in Annapolis. Painter John Trumbull captured the scene in a famous painting, pictured above. (Photo by MPI/Getty Images) ANNAPOLIS, MD — With Presidents Day just past and a new leader in the White House, one Anne Arundel County leader wanted to explore the lessons of George Washington. The legacy of the nation's first president started in Annapolis. Patch recently partnered with several local organizations to bring you their latest news. This guest contribution comes from the Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce. Here's what President and CEO Mark Kleinschmidt wrote about George Washington: