02632cam a22003613u 4500 2704 UtSlPG 20260610133102.0 m cr n 260607r2001||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E201 Wrong, George McKinnon, 1860-1948 Washington and His Comrades in Arms: A Chronicle of the War of Independence Abraham Lincoln Edition Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2001 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Chronicles of America series; v. 12 Release date is 2001-07-01 Dianne Bean, Alev Akman, David Widger and Robert J. Homa "Washington and His Comrades in Arms: A Chronicle of the War of Independence" by George M. Wrong is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book delves into the events surrounding the American War of Independence, with a particular focus on George Washington and the crucial roles played by various figures in the Continental Army. The book covers Washington's leadership, strategic decisions, and personal attributes that shaped the fight for independence. At the start of the book, Wrong introduces George Washington as a distinguished military figure during the Second Continental Congress in 1775. He captures Washington's immediate acceptance of leadership amidst rising tensions and his presence in uniform that signified a commitment to the military cause. The opening chapters highlight significant events leading up to and including the Battle of Bunker Hill, emphasizing the urgency for a reliable leader as the colonial forces faced the British. The descriptions reveal the contrasting conditions and motivations of the armies involved, while showcasing Washington's characteristic qualities, including his decisive nature and growing military resolve despite considerable odds. Overall, this beginning sets the stage for an intricate exploration of the struggle for independence and the complexities of its leadership. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Toronto: s.n., 1920 United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 Washington, George, 1732-1799 -- Military leadership Johnson, Allen, 1870-1931 Chronicles of America series; v. 12 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2704 44781 44781