Continental philosophers

Steuben?s Legacy The Purpose this paper is to explore the leadership attributes and competencies of one of the Revolutionary War?s most influential generals, Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben. Originally from Prussia, he became a crucial leader in the Continental Army, and played a key role in winning the war against British forces. Through his presence, character, and intellect, General von Steuben made a lasting impression on the United States (U.S.) Army and my leadership philosophy. I?ll discuss his

At the height of the Revolutionary War, the Continental Army saw itself as a powerful force against the British and became a few steps closer towards gaining the victory. This impressive performance by the American military was a result of the strong and effective leadership of the American generals. These individuals proved to be a major key in the War as they showed their power in their authority with the victories of numerous major battles. These famous or unsung heroes that led our country to

Cold winters, nasty cookery, worn out shoes, and lack of support was the definition of valley forge. My winter at valley forge was a difficult time, not just for me, but as well as my fellow soldiers due to many factors. The question “ would you have re-enlisted?” determined many soldiers futures. I did not re-enlist due to three main reasons, deaths due to illness, harsh conditions, and lack of support. The amount of deaths at valley forge was unbelievable. During a three month time period

The Battle of Moultrie that occurred on June 28th, 1776 was a significant event that had a direct effect on the British ability to wage war in a southern campaign. The fact the American militia were able to hold back the British from taking Sullivan’s Island prevented them from establishing a beach head to launch further attacks on Charleston, SC. If Charleston fell the British would have had a major port and staging point for logistics to wage a southern campaign and weaken the American resolve

highly trained British soldiers with 30,000 German mercenaries known as Hessian's fought at the height of the war, while the Continental Army had 80,000 soldiers at the height of the war. Most of the Battles the Continental Army fought they were greatly outnumbered, but in some cases, they still managed to win because of their advanced weapons and superior tactics. The Continental Army invented new weapons. One of the guns they used were american made muskets. These guns were made by gunsmiths living

Tressa Ann 8th Grade English Mrs. King November 24 2015 The siege of Charleston General Henry Clinton set sail towards South Carolina. Where the siege of Charleston begins. During the winter of 1778-1779 the British took control of Georgia. That’s when they began planning the capture of Charleston, South Carolina. Henry Clinton believed that if the British controlled the south, then the loyalists or “tories” would rush to Clinton’s side and help ambush George Washington in Virginia

Brooklyn Smith Mrs. Keithley ELA 7th English Honors 19, November, 2015 Valley Forge Joining the army might sound cool and interesting as a little child, but war is a lot more than the honor and glory. In the year of 1777 and 1778, General George Washington and his 12,000 soldiers camped at a place called Valley Forge 18 miles outside of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania. In the middle of winter, Valley Forge is not the place you’d want to be. There are lots of illnesses, poor living conditions, and very

An early morning on Christmas Day, commenced the battle at Trenton. George Washington, leader of the continental army, determined and strong knew he had to succeed in the surprise attack against the hessians that day, if he failed he and his men would be captured. It was a risky tactic but Washington knew it'd be a better time to put all of his hope and his men's hope into this one battle at Trenton. Washington led his men across the Delaware river, Washington was able to keep the element of surprise

At times I feel overwhelmed, which leads to being very scared. Here at Valley Forge it is terrifying and very bad. The war took place in 1777 through 1778. There were victories at Trenton and Princeton. However, at the time the congress did not want to trust George Washington. People have families that are dying due to the war. There was no meat, which is terrible because meat has a lot of protein. The soldiers didn’t know that they would basically be tortured for independence from Britain. Poor

Would I have stayed at Valley Forge? Well, this is a hard question to answer considering that you have a decision to make. Fight for your country’s independence and stay loyal to the Continental Army, or go home and give up on the dream that started it all. Personally I would have stayed at Valley Forge. I would have stuck it out for my country. Now you may ask the question: “Why?” Well, if enough people decided to quit on the Army than the dream of independence from Britain in our country would