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The book is a historical account of the American Revolutionary War, focusing on the life and military campaigns of George Washington. It begins with Washington's early life, including his mission to the French on the Ohio and his appointment as Lieutenant Colonel of a regiment of regular troops. The book then describes his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the American forces and his arrival at Cambridge, where he takes command of the army. The early chapters detail the strength and disposition of the two armies, the deficiency of the Americans in arms and ammunition, and the distress of the British from the want of fresh provisions. The book also discusses the measures taken to form a continental army, the difficulty of re-enlisting the troops, and the plan for attacking Boston. The American invasion of Canada is described, including the unsuccessful attack on Quebec and the eventual evacuation of Canada by the Americans. The British victory at Brooklyn is also covered, as well as Washington's decision to evacuate New York City and march to White Plains. The book highlights the challenges faced by Washington in maintaining his army, including the difficulty of recruiting new soldiers and the lack of supplies and equipment. Despite these challenges, Washington is able to keep his army intact and continue to fight against the British, ultimately securing crucial victories at Trenton and Saratoga. The final chapters describe the shift in the balance of power in favor of the Americans, ultimately contributing to the British surrender at Yorktown in 1781. Throughout the book, Washington's leadership and strategic decisions are emphasized, showcasing his importance in the American Revolutionary War.
The chapter begins with the birth of George Washington in 1732 and describes his early life, including his mission to the French on the Ohio and his appointment as Lieutenant Colonel of a regiment of regular troops. It also details his military campaigns, including the surprise of Monsieur Jumonville and the capitulation of Fort Necessity. The chapter then shifts to Washington's appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the American forces and his arrival at Cambridge, where he takes command of the army. It describes the strength and disposition of the two armies, the deficiency of the Americans in arms and ammunition, and the distress of the British from the want of fresh provisions. The chapter also discusses the measures taken to form a continental army, the difficulty of re-enlisting the troops, and the plan for attacking Boston. Additionally, it mentions the detachment of General Lee to New York, the possession taken of the heights of Dorchester, and the eventual evacuation of Boston by the British. The chapter concludes with a description of the correspondence respecting prisoners between General Washington and General Gage, and the treatment of Colonel Ethan Allen as a prisoner.
The chapter describes the early life and military career of George Washington, from his birth in 1732 to his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the American forces in 1775. It details his mission to the French on the Ohio, his appointment as Lieutenant Colonel of a regiment of regular troops, and his surprise of Monsieur Jumonville. The chapter also discusses his capitulation of Fort Necessity, his appointment as aid-de-camp to General Braddock, and his role in the defeat and death of General Braddock. Additionally, it covers his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the American forces, his arrival at Cambridge, and the strength and disposition of the two armies. The chapter also touches on the deficiency of the Americans in arms and ammunition, the distress of the British from the want of fresh provisions, and the measures taken to form a continental army. Furthermore, it discusses the difficulty of re-enlisting the troops, the plan for attacking Boston, and the correspondence respecting prisoners between General Washington and General Gage. The chapter concludes with the evacuation of Boston by the British and the American army's march to New York.
The chapter describes the invasion of Canada by American forces during the American Revolutionary War. The invasion was motivated by the desire to prevent the British from using Canada as a base to attack the colonies and to gain control of the province. The American forces, led by General Richard Montgomery and Colonel Benedict Arnold, launched a two-pronged attack on Canada, with Montgomery's forces besieging St. John's and Arnold's forces marching through the wilderness to Quebec. The Americans were ultimately unsuccessful in their attack on Quebec, and Montgomery was killed in the battle. The British, led by General Guy Carleton, were able to drive the Americans out of Canada and launch a counterattack, which led to the Battle of the Three Rivers. The Americans were defeated, and Canada was evacuated. The British then constructed a fleet and entered Lake Champlain, defeating the American flotilla and taking possession of Crown Point. The chapter concludes with the British retiring into winter quarters, having successfully defended Canada against the American invasion.
The chapter describes the invasion of Canada by American forces during the American Revolutionary War. The invasion was motivated by the desire to prevent the British from using Canada as a base to attack the colonies and to gain control of the province. The American forces, led by General Richard Montgomery and Colonel Benedict Arnold, launched a two-pronged attack on Canada, with Montgomery's forces besieging St. John's and Arnold's forces marching through the wilderness to Quebec. The Americans were ultimately unsuccessful in their attack on Quebec, and Montgomery was killed in the battle. The British, led by General Guy Carleton, were able to drive the Americans out of Canada and launch a counterattack, which led to the Battle of the Three Rivers. The Americans were defeated, and Canada was evacuated. The British then constructed a fleet and entered Lake Champlain, defeating the American flotilla and taking possession of Crown Point. The chapter concludes with the British retiring into winter quarters, having successfully defended Canada against the American invasion. The chapter also touches on the measures taken by Congress to support the war effort, including the appointment of commissioners to negotiate with the Canadians and the authorization of a fleet to be built on Lake Champlain. The American forces, led by General Horatio Gates, were eventually forced to retreat from Canada, and the British took possession of the province. The chapter ends with a description of the British fleet's victory on Lake Champlain and the American forces' retreat to Ticonderoga.
The chapter describes the invasion of Canada by American forces during the American Revolutionary War. The invasion was motivated by the desire to prevent the British from using Canada as a base to attack the colonies and to gain control of the province. The American forces, led by General Richard Montgomery and Colonel Benedict Arnold, launched a two-pronged attack on Canada, with Montgomery's forces besieging St. John's and Arnold's forces marching through the wilderness to Quebec. The Americans were ultimately unsuccessful in their attack on Quebec, and Montgomery was killed in the battle. The British, led by General Guy Carleton, were able to drive the Americans out of Canada and launch a counterattack, which led to the Battle of the Three Rivers. The Americans were defeated, and Canada was evacuated. The British then constructed a fleet and entered Lake Champlain, defeating the American flotilla and taking possession of Crown Point. The chapter concludes with the British retiring into winter quarters, having successfully defended Canada against the American invasion. The chapter also discusses the measures taken by Congress to support the war effort, including the appointment of commissioners to negotiate with the Canadians and the authorization of a fleet to be built on Lake Champlain. Additionally, it touches on the invasion of Canada by American forces, the siege of Quebec, and the eventual evacuation of Canada by the Americans. Furthermore, it mentions the transactions in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, including the action at Great Bridge, the invasion of South Carolina, and the British fleet being repulsed at Fort Moultrie. The chapter also covers the measures leading to independence, including the resolution recommending the adoption of governments adequate to the exigency and the declaration of independence. Finally, it describes the arrival of Lord and Sir William Howe before New York, the British landing on Long Island, and the battle of Brooklyn, which resulted in the evacuation of Long Island by the Americans. The chapter concludes with the fruitless negotiations between Lord Howe and the American committee, including Mr. Franklin, Mr. John Adams, and Mr. Edward Rutledge, and the eventual rejection of Lord Howe's proposal for peace on the condition of the colonies returning to their allegiance and obedience to the British crown.
The chapter describes the military campaigns of George Washington and the American army during the American Revolutionary War. After the British victory at Brooklyn, Washington's army was in a precarious position, and he had to make difficult decisions to defend New York. He eventually decided to evacuate the city and march to White Plains, where he engaged in a battle with the British army. Although the American army was defeated, Washington was able to retreat to New Jersey and eventually cross the Delaware River into Pennsylvania. The British army, led by General Howe, pursued Washington's army but was unable to catch up to them. Washington's army was weakened by desertions and the expiration of enlistments, but he was able to rally his troops and launch a surprise attack on the Hessian forces at Trenton, New Jersey, which was a much-needed victory for the American army. The chapter also discusses the challenges faced by Washington in maintaining his army, including the difficulty of recruiting new soldiers and the lack of supplies and equipment. Despite these challenges, Washington was able to keep his army intact and continue to fight against the British. The chapter concludes with Washington's army in a strong position, having secured a crucial victory at Trenton and preparing for future battles against the British.
The chapter describes the events following the British victory at Brooklyn, where General Washington's army is in a precarious position. Washington decides to evacuate New York City and march to White Plains, where he engages in a battle with the British army. Although the American army is defeated, Washington is able to retreat to New Jersey and eventually cross the Delaware River into Pennsylvania. The British army, led by General Howe, pursues Washington's army but is unable to catch up to them. Washington's army is weakened by desertions and the expiration of enlistments, but he is able to rally his troops and launch a surprise attack on the Hessian forces at Trenton, New Jersey, which is a much-needed victory for the American army. The chapter also discusses the challenges faced by Washington in maintaining his army, including the difficulty of recruiting new soldiers and the lack of supplies and equipment. Despite these challenges, Washington is able to keep his army intact and continue to fight against the British. The chapter concludes with Washington's army in a strong position, having secured a crucial victory at Trenton and preparing for future battles against the British.
The chapter begins with General Howe's attempt to cut off the retreat of the American army to Middlebrook, but he is disappointed. General Washington commences his march to the Delaware, taking measures to check Burgoyne's advance. The British army lands at Elk River, and General Washington advances to Brandywine, where a battle takes place. The American army is defeated, and they retreat to Chester. General Wayne is surprised and compelled to retreat, and General Howe takes possession of Philadelphia. Congress removes to Lancaster, and General Washington goes into winter quarters at Valley Forge. Meanwhile, General Burgoyne appears before Ticonderoga, and the American army evacuates the fort and retreats to fort Anne. Colonel Warner is defeated, and the American army evacuates fort Anne and retires to fort Edward. General Schuyler retires to Saratoga and then to Stillwater, where he is joined by General Lincoln. Colonel St. Leger invests fort Schuyler, but is defeated by General Herkimer. Colonel Baum is detached to Bennington, where he is defeated, and St. Leger abandons the siege of fort Schuyler. General Gates takes command of the northern army and defeats Burgoyne at the battle of Stillwater. Burgoyne retreats to Saratoga, where he is forced to capitulate. The British take forts Montgomery and Clinton, and the Americans evacuate forts Independence and Constitution. Ticonderoga is eventually evacuated by the British.
The chapter describes the military campaigns of George Washington and the American army during the American Revolutionary War. After the British victory at Brandywine, Washington's army was in a precarious position, and he had to make difficult decisions to defend New York. He eventually decided to evacuate the city and march to White Plains, where he engaged in a battle with the British army. Although the American army was defeated, Washington was able to retreat to New Jersey and eventually cross the Delaware River into Pennsylvania. The British army, led by General Howe, pursued Washington's army but was unable to catch up to them. Washington's army was weakened by desertions and the expiration of enlistments, but he was able to rally his troops and launch a surprise attack on the Hessian forces at Trenton, New Jersey, which was a much-needed victory for the American army. The chapter also discusses the challenges faced by Washington in maintaining his army, including the difficulty of recruiting new soldiers and the lack of supplies and equipment. Despite these challenges, Washington was able to keep his army intact and continue to fight against the British. The chapter concludes with Washington's army in a strong position, having secured a crucial victory at Trenton and preparing for future battles against the British. Meanwhile, General Burgoyne's army was defeated at Saratoga, marking a significant turning point in the war. The British army's failure to capture Philadelphia and their defeat at Saratoga led to a shift in the balance of power in favor of the Americans, ultimately contributing to the British surrender at Yorktown in 1781.
The chapter describes the military campaigns of George Washington and the American army during the American Revolutionary War. After the British victory at Brandywine, Washington's army was in a precarious position, and he had to make difficult decisions to defend New York. He eventually decided to evacuate the city and march to White Plains, where he engaged in a battle with the British army. Although the American army was defeated, Washington was able to retreat to New Jersey and eventually cross the Delaware River into Pennsylvania. The British army, led by General Howe, pursued Washington's army but was unable to catch up to them. Washington's army was weakened by desertions and the expiration of enlistments, but he was able to rally his troops and launch a surprise attack on the Hessian forces at Trenton, New Jersey, which was a much-needed victory for the American army. The chapter also discusses the challenges faced by Washington in maintaining his army, including the difficulty of recruiting new soldiers and the lack of supplies and equipment. Despite these challenges, Washington was able to keep his army intact and continue to fight against the British. Meanwhile, General Burgoyne's army was defeated at Saratoga, marking a significant turning point in the war. The British army's failure to capture Philadelphia and their defeat at Saratoga led to a shift in the balance of power in favor of the Americans, ultimately contributing to the British surrender at Yorktown in 1781. The chapter concludes with Washington's army in a strong position, having secured a crucial victory at Trenton and preparing for future battles against the British.
The chapter describes the events following the British victory at Brooklyn, where General Washington's army is in a precarious position. Washington decides to evacuate New York City and march to White Plains, where he engages in a battle with the British army. Although the American army is defeated, Washington is able to retreat to New Jersey and eventually cross the Delaware River into Pennsylvania. The British army, led by General Howe, pursues Washington's army but is unable to catch up to them. The chapter also discusses the challenges faced by Washington in maintaining his army, including the difficulty of recruiting new soldiers and the lack of supplies and equipment. Despite these challenges, Washington is able to keep his army intact and continue to fight against the British. The chapter concludes with Washington's army in a strong position, having secured a crucial victory at Trenton and preparing for future battles against the British.