Current political complications demand the answers and the international security from leaders across the spectrum, especially how political and economic polarization continue to rise. International citizens are expecting dramatic changes from leaders, and how voices ought to be heard. Looking back, America has its own ups and downs, while leaders demonstrated their charms and personalities, take George Washington for example. During the most difficult moments in history, Washington made it through. How did he pull off all the "tricks?" How about his passion and drive for naval forces?

Dr. Andrew Jackson O'Shaughnessy FRHS is an academic historian and professor of history at the University of Virginia. His new book is about to be out soon.