The British had an exceptionally tough objective. They had to convince the Americans to give up their rights of independence. Given that the war sustained, the colonists' claim continued to increase validity. The geographic vastness of the colonies showed an interruption to the British effort. Although conquering all of the big cities, the British persisted as at a…
The tactical actions of General George Washington were a key factor in the outcome of the War of Independence. Washington’s foremost principle was to constantly be on the offensive, as America did not possess a comprehensive strategy for the conduct of the war.10 Often times, Washington’s aggressive military instincts were shot down by councils of war. Washington once convened a council of war to consider a strike against the British garrison in Staten Island before it was reinforced.11 Washington desired to get the upper hand against the British, testing one of the most experienced and professional army in the world.12 The council of war perceived this orchestration of disaster, and quickly agreed unanimously that the plan should not go through. Subsequently, this proved aggressive…
As the first president of the United States, George Washington was greatly influential in shaping the government to be the one we have today. Prior to his political career, Washington began as a soldier in the French and Indian War, where he was rewarded with the rank of colonel for leading a poorly trained army of 150 men to defeat a French force and kill a French minister. However, Washington resented the Royal government’s lack of respect for colonial leaders and resigned. After his resignation, Washington displayed strong leadership skills as the justice of peace in Fairfax County, a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses, and as a vestryman. During the Revolutionary War, Washington was appointed commander of all the colonial forces after the battles of Lexington and Concord. His victories maintained the patriotic morale of the…
George Washington was a leader, for instance he motivated the Continental Army to keep fighting even when they had lost almost all hope. On March 10, 1775 Washington was appointed as Commander of the Continental Army. Washington decided to deny the salary that came with his job because he felt in debt to our community even though with this position as commander he would've received a large salary. As British troops marched into our country, he motivated our troops to work as one and gain back the hope of winning. We may lose a battle, but we aren't going to lose this war was the mindset he had put in their heads.…
Washington proved to be a good leader. although he lost more battles than he won he employed a winning strategy. His army wasn't well trained at all. Washington managed to force the British out of Boston in 1776. due to washing tons great leadership through the war they elected him as the first president in…
“First in war, First in Peace, and First in the hearts of his countrymen.” These were the famous words stated by Henry Lee about George Washington at his eulogy, which demonstrated the significance of one of the greatest Americans. George Washington was extremely pivotal for the triumph of the American Revolution due to strategic battle plans, leadership skills, and his sense of patriotism. He was a master of military strategy; probably crafted during the French and Indian war. General Washington would constantly flank the British during battles and surprise the British, which led to capturing of troops or British retreat. Furthermore, he was an encouraging leader. The men trusted him because of his valor. During one of the major battles,…
If the British had won the Revolutionary War, I would not be sitting here writing this paper and you would not be reading this right now. Americans would not be Americans, but British. America would not even be around now and there would be no 50 states. Most of our ancestors would not have came if the British beat the Americans. Our ancestors came for independence, land, and economic gain, they came for a better life then they had where they were.…
Looking back at Revolutionary War, you might question how America successfully defeated the British considering the British army was the best trained and equipped, and possibly the most professional army in the world. In contrast, America was in a state of disorganization when it came to economics and politics. The national government as a whole was greatly powerless. Unlike the British army, the American army was inadequately trained, had little supplies, and was not paid very well. Practically the British had all of the advantages, but the colonies still won their independence.…
George Washington was the President of the U.S Army, he led America and was very successful. George Washington led America to a victory in the French and Indian War. The reason Washington was so successful was because he took charge and talked to his generals and got done what needed to be done. The President, George Washington at the time, is the top of the line leader and decision maker. George Washington was the right man for the job because he was brave and had great leadership skills.(Beck, 129) President Washington was a very not so arrogant man, he usually if not always put others before himself. The President writes out laws and runs the country, Washington did exactly so. The President decides if the country should engage in the war, President Washington was very tactical and intelligent and knew the right…
At the time, when a new America was being born, the ideal citizen was something uncertain. The standard had not been set, the moral code was open. George Washington set an example for the people in America, and future presidents. He is a household name for the wrong reasons. He did amazing things for this country, but most of them are not talked about, and the ones that are, aren’t true. He wasn’t an extraordinary general, his leadership of the war was mainly luck, and the fault of Britain. The main reason we won the war was not by our military strength, it was because Britain didn’t take us as a real threat, they weren’t focused on it, just treated it as a small…
George Washington influenced many people by being the first president of the United States. Even after his death, Washington had a big impact on other people how he dealt with contributing to his advice. For example, Hamilton and Jefferson had different views on the Constitution, and the war between Britain and France. This led to Jefferson resigning from the Secretary of State, and led to division in America with the creation of political parties. Washington, not wanting this to happen, and get worst, he contributed the advice that political parties were a bad idea. Another event that occurred was that Spain, Britain, an France were all stronger than the United States and had some presence in North America, but Americans avoided their conflicts…
George Washington is a very well known American historical figure. He was, among other things, most notable for leading the troops American troops during the Revolution, becoming the First President of the United States, and signing the Constitution of the United States.…
George washington is the most remembered for his actions in the american revolution war. George Washington led the war for america. According to www.Ten facts about George Washington. “George Washington won the…
In addition the colonies' governors quarreled with their assemblies. The colonies saw themselves, at the time, as trading economic colonies, not an empire or nation. There was no need or want for a military and military organization. The British colonies were unfit to carry out an offensive war. Victory was meek for the colonies but courageous, fearless and heroic generals like Pitt, Amherst, and Wolf helped turn the tide for the British.…
George Washington helped us in many ways in the revolutionary war. Despite his losses he knew how to run the military. He was a really tough and brave man. Those two characteristics helped us in the military because you have to be brave and take risks t get rewards. Lastly toughness helped us out a lot. When our solders are sick or don't feel good they don't get to call in sick. They have to tough it out and if we were not tough enough then our soldiers would have gave up.…