Jean Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert Motier

Regarded as one of the most beloved figures in American history, George Washington maintains an almost godlike image in the minds of many. Despite his reputation as a leader, Washington was not always flawless in his military exploits. His time in the French and Indian War granted him the experiences and skills needed to be effective as commander of the Continental Army, and not all of these experiences included victories. It was the knowledge Washington gained in the French and Indian War, and the war itself, that helped the colonies to obtain their independence from Great Britain.

This victory would open up opportunities down the road that would help the Americans win the Revolutionary War. For example, following the victory of the Battle of Saratoga, King Louis XVI would be open to negotiation to help the Americans. This negotiation would eventually result in the Franco-American Alliance. The Battle of Saratoga opened up the eyes of the French and showed the country that the Americans had a respectable chance at winning the war. The French loss of the French and Indian War offered a chance of revenge towards the British and they took action. France ended up aiding the Americans with money, troops, arms, and

June 1755, George Washington Became Commander in Chief but to many patriots he was much more than the Commander in Chief. He became the calm voice to those who needed it, George Washington was known to be strongly determined and held a heavy load of the patriotic duty to country. George Washington was the real backbone into the Revolution war and kept it from going under during the hardships and unexpected trials and tribulations that occurred during the long years of war. Without General Washington as the commander and chief, it’s believed that the unthinkable and imaginable could never have succeeded. His faith in the cause and his devotion to the ideals it embodied made him the symbol of America — the spirit of the Revolution. http://www.ushistory.org/valleyforge/washington/george2.html

The marquis pursued his ambitions and left his home in secrecy even after his father-in-law, the Duc de Noailles, forbid him to leave France. Lafayette’s strong will and excitement to be in charge of an army was too much to hold back. He left his young, pregnant wife with nothing but a letter saying good-bye. Unfortunately, it would be years before he would make his way back to his homeland again.

In 1777 the first battle of Saratoga took place. This was a battle the Americans fought hard and won. This provided reassurance to the French king, Louis XVI, that the Americans were going

Alexander Hamilton played pivotal role in the war for American independence. He served for four years, some of it as a staff officer and some of it as a line officer. While working as a staff officer, George Washington began to consider him a trusted military advisors given that they both had a similar outlook on war. Hamilton and Washington worked hard and their units began to win battles together. One

Hamilton believed his chance to improve his position was glory on battlefield until served as Washington aide. He fully employed his intelligence and incredible ability to handle various high level national issues and involve in diplomacy, as the aide of George Washington. Both Laurens and Lafayette revealed their remarkable military talent and fought in battlefront. As a spy during the America Revolution, Hercules Mulligan contributed his whole life to the victory of revolution. They wished that their achievement would inspire the new blood and their children would tell their story.

George Washington, a man of many military achievements, brought ragtag farmers to military men, and destroyed the most powerful army in the world. Washington was appointed the Commander in Chief of the Continental Army on June 14, 1775. Washington, who had military experience before serving in the Continental Army, had never commanded an army of this size. He was appointed leader of the Continental Army because John Hancock, president of the Second Continental Congress, thought of him as a man of great character who would help unite the colonies. Brilliant character and leadership help George Washington win battles over the British, and make farmers into true military men.

Joining in Lawrences place ranked George up to major. Washington was eager to prove he was good enough and that perspective is what leads to what he means to us today. He was so eager to prove himself he joined in a dangerous mission to the Ohio territory in 1753. George was supposed to carry a warning  message to the French from the governor . After Washington soon arrived he had to inform the governor that the French would not listen to the message and would not leave Ohio. After Washington did that he was promoted to the  lieutenant colonel.  Soon after he traveled back to the northern frontier were unpremeditated fighting resulted in the death of Joseph Jumonville, one of the French officers. Washington and his troop continued to work on a fort in Great Meadow, Pennsylvania. The French who were angry about the death of Jumonville decided that they were going to attack back. The surrounded George and his troop at the fort, but Washington could only surrender showing he would not fight and get his men killed. The French and Britain both wanted the Ohio  territory which is what made the war   known as the French and Indian war to Americans and the seven year war to the Britain start. After having to surrender the fort to the French George resigned his appointment with the Virginia regiment and  bought his sister-in-law Annes Mount Vernon estate close to Alexandria, Virginia. Even though  George bought the house he wanted to expand his military experience George

Marquis de Lafayette was one of the biggest figures in American Revolution history. Lafayette was a volunteer soldier in the American Revolution, he came with the sole purpose of avenging his father’s death against the English in the French and Indian wars. He soon grew to believe in the patriot’s beliefs of freedom and equality. Lafayette said, “ Defender of Liberty I idolize, myself more free than anyone, as coming as a friend to offer my services to this intriguing republic... “(Vowell 16). He also showed “great zeal for the cause of liberty”(Vowell 1) which later helped him move up through the ranks to the position of major general. The young Frenchman’s first battle was the Battle of Brandywine, where he fought alongside the prestigious George Washington. In this battle he was shot in the leg and had to leave; but he cut short his recovery time so he could continue fighting. Lafayette’s fervor for the war won him the highly desired trust of General George Washington, which then led him to be one of the most esteemed generals of all time. His dedication inspired many other French soldiers to join the American cause. He was both a vocal defender and a great example by his leadership and courage in the Revolutionary War. His most important battle was the Battle of Yorktown in 1781. With his royal relations in France, he was able to transfer extra French military officers and ships to aid the Americans in this momentous battle. Lafayette’s skilled military sense was one

Marie-Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier de Lafayette, or better known as Marquis de Lafayette, was born in Chavaniac France on 6 September 1757. He comes from a famous, well off landowning family in the southern part of France. From him being orphaned at a young age to Lafayette helping the American Revolution and vice versa the French revolution, Lafayette became one of the most important people in Western Europe in the 18th-19th century.

At the age of 23 years old Washington would become commander of the Virginia Regiment, ( Ellis, Joseph J, His Excellency, 24) although his men both more experienced and senior sought after him as their leader. His character and patriotism led directly to his selection as Commander-in-chief of the Revolutionary Army. As commander-in-chief George led his army to a number of very important victories to include the capture of Boston with few defeats such as the trouncing of New York City. George lost many battles, with only one surrender, he continuously and persistently fought the British with unrelenting tactics he conspired the general strategy of the war. He oversaw the training and the organization of the army. Being unanimously elected upon Washington began his first term as President in 1789. He went on to serve for a second term ending his presidency in 1796. All that being said George Washington sounds like a stand up guy and that is why many Americans consider him to be a hero, but there are limits to the stories that are told.

A good friend to George Washington, Nathanael Greene was an important general in the American Revolution that helped the American forces defeat the British. Although his battles didn't always end up in a victories had many victories which made it so we could live in a free country today.

General Greene was important to the Revolutionary War because he led the Continental army in many battles, he led the campaign in the south, and was one of the most trusted generals in the Revolutionary war. The Revolutionary war was one of the most important wars in U.S. history and Nathanael Greene was a big part of it.

Revolutionary War. He led his forces to victory over the British. which made him a national hero.