We recently watched a documentary about George Washington, also I have read some accounts of him in the 1800's novel "The Spy" by James Fenimore Cooper.
He was very interesting person, and they actually wanted him to be the King of America, a post which he vehemently declined also was very reluctant to be President. He loved the English aristocracy and very much wanted to be respected in those circles. However, he could not speak French very well. Speaking fluent French was considered fashionable at the time (also as noted in Tolstoy's War and Peace).
Early in his military career he was known to cast blame on others for his mistakes and blunders. He learned much during his life, however, generally during times of humiliation. He was part of at least one major blunder.
No one can say he was not a gentleman, however. I hope they do not tear down his statue.
Dave LASM