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What Are The Causes Of Valley Forge
Valley forge winter and spring of 1777–1778 the Continental army is situated on the bank of the Schuylkill River, in Chester County, Pa.Valley forge was plagued by an early winter poor conditions and bad weather. The Continental Congress's neglect of the army added to the troops misery during their time at Valley forge.Almost 3,000 men were unfit for duty because of bare feet. The smallpox epidemic was a major problem and with medical supplies lacking it killed about 2,500
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