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Washington's Continental Army suffered through horrid conditions during the winter of 1777-1778 at the
encampment at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Food was inadequate, shelter was insufficient, and soldiers
lacked desperately needed winter clothing. Survival of the army was in jeopardy.
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What happened at the Battle of Valley Forge?
There never was a battle with the enemy at Valley Forge. The only battle fought there was the one the Americans waged against the elements and starvation. Over two thousand men died there, despite the fact that there was no battle.
Why did George Washington go to Valley Forge?
Because he wanted to IMPROVEMENT After the defeat at the Battle of Germantown, Washington decided to took up winter quarter at Valley Forge. He chose this place because it was easy to defend, being protected by the River China and the Mount Joy , which were two strong natural defenses. .
How did the weather at Valley Forge affect the troops?
During the winter in Valley Forge, food and supplies were scarce. A majority of the soldiers had a lack of, or improper, clothing for the winter weather. When spring arrived, bringing warmer weather, disease struck the army. Influenza, typhus, typhoid, and dysentery wiped out two-thirds of the soldiers.
What are 2 of the problems in Valley Forge with Washington and his army?
No one was lost at Valley Forge. Federal park historians have proven that the men were well fed, warm, and had clothing. It is a myth that they weren't , but it may have come from letters Washington wrote to Congress. He knew if he told them that the men were doing well and had enough Congress would cut funds, so he spun a story telling them they needed supplies. Martha Washington and other wives also came to the camp and had the conditions been so dire they wouldn't have been there. The two-thirds that did die of the 2000 men died in the Spring months of flu, colds, and dysentery not of hunger or of exposure. Please visit the National park service site for the story of Valley Forge.
Why were more than 2000 members of washingtons army lost at Valley Forge?
No one was lost at Valley Forge. Federal park historians have proven that the men were well fed, warm, and had clothing. It is a myth that they weren't , but it may have come from letters Washington wrote to Congress. He knew if he told them that the men were doing well and had enough Congress would cut funds, so he spun a story telling them they needed supplies. Martha Washington and other wives also came to the camp and had the conditions been so dire they wouldn't have been there. The two-thirds that did die of the 2000 men died in the Spring months of flu, colds, and dysentery not of hunger or of exposure. Please visit the National park service site for the story of Valley Forge.
What were two major battles of the Revolutionary?
bunker hill Valley forge
Where did the Patriot forces endure a winter of terrible suffing?
Actually there were at least two although Valley Forge Pennsylvania is the most well-known. The following year the Patriots spent the winter at Morristown, New Jersey and the winter weather was worse there than at Valley Forge.
General Washington takes two big gambles while staying at valley forge what are they?
daddy
What happened at the Valley Forge battle?
There never was a battle with the enemy at Valley Forge. The only battle fought there was the one the Americans waged against the elements and starvation. Over two thousand men died there, despite the fact that there was no battle.
What happened at the Battle of Valley Forge?
There never was a battle with the enemy at Valley Forge. The only battle fought there was the one the Americans waged against the elements and starvation. Over two thousand men died there, despite the fact that there was no battle.
Identify two reasons to increase the protective action distances that are recommended in the green section of the erg?
vapor fumes are in the valley and the wind or other weather conditions change
What two victories gave new hope to Washington's men?
Battle at Saratoga and Valley Forge
What were the two reasons United states went to war with great Britain?
Two reasons were new taxes and banning of settlement/land claims in the Ohio River Valley territory.
Why did George Washington go to Valley Forge?
Because he wanted to IMPROVEMENT After the defeat at the Battle of Germantown, Washington decided to took up winter quarter at Valley Forge. He chose this place because it was easy to defend, being protected by the River China and the Mount Joy , which were two strong natural defenses. .
How did the weather at Valley Forge affect the troops?
During the winter in Valley Forge, food and supplies were scarce. A majority of the soldiers had a lack of, or improper, clothing for the winter weather. When spring arrived, bringing warmer weather, disease struck the army. Influenza, typhus, typhoid, and dysentery wiped out two-thirds of the soldiers.
What two victories virtually freed New Jersey from British occupation and gave new hope to Washington's men?
Battle at Saratoga and Valley Forge
Why were more than 2500 members of Washington Army lost at Valley Forge?
No one was lost at Valley Forge. Federal park historians have proven that the men were well fed, warm, and had clothing. It is a myth that they weren't , but it may have come from letters Washington wrote to Congress. He knew if he told them that the men were doing well and had enough Congress would cut funds, so he spun a story telling them they needed supplies. Martha Washington and other wives also came to the camp and had the conditions been so dire they wouldn't have been there. The two-thirds that did die of the 2000 men died in the Spring months of flu, colds, and dysentery not of hunger or of exposure. Please visit the National park service site for the story of Valley Forge.
