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What Did Washington Do As Commander In Chief?

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What Did Washington Do As Commander In Chief? On July 3, 1775, Washington officially took command of the poorly trained and under-supplied Continental Army. After six years of struggle and despite frequent setbacks, Washington managed to lead the army to key victories and Great Britain eventually surrendered in 1781. What was Washington’s first defeat as

Who Was The Best General In The American Revolution?

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Who Was The Best General In The American Revolution? George Washington is, of course, the most famous of Revolutionary War generals and was commander-in-chief of the colonial forces. Who is considered the greatest American general? General George Washington. ( Photo Credit: George Washington’s Mount Vernon) General Winfield Scott. ( Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons) General Robert