Respuesta :

He was chosen because he helped tie the south and north together, and he also had former military experience. George Washington later became president because the people trusted him from leading the Continental Army. He was a humble, yet strong leader. 

Explanation:

George Washington was chosen as the commander in chief of the continental army on June 19,1775. He was from colony of Virginia and  was elected over other candidates because of his previous military experience. they hoped that he could unite the colonies. He too command of continental army on July 3, 1775 and resigned after eight years.