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Valley Forge
Valley Forge, located 25 miles (40 km) northwest of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a famous site from the American Revolutionary War. It is the place where General George Washington quartered his Continental Army during the winter of 1777–1778. Despite being cold, hungry and short of supplies, the troops drilled and practiced and came out of the winter as skilled soldiers, ready to meet the British Army.
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What word provides the best description of the time the continental army spent at Valley Forge?
well it is restful
What difficulties did the patriots at Valley Forge?
They were running really low on food,clothing and ammunition
What was the cause of more than 2500 members of Washingtons army were 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.
Why did soilder some soilders decided to leave Valley Forge?
Some soldiers decided to leave Valley Forge because at that time Amercia was losing Battles, they weren't getting paid, and it was extremely cold with lots of sickness, little clothes, blankets, etc.
How was Washington able to hold together his army at Valley Forge?
He barely did. In fact, his army was ready to revolt against him. Times were hard and tough. Luckily Washington was an effective leader and general. Not the exact historical way of putting it, but it's accurate enough to be correct on a test. Sorry, I haven't read up on Valley Forge in awhile. I can tell you no battle (or at least any of significance) happened here.
When did Washington and his troops stay at Valley Forge?
1777 because thats when the winter came and so they had to stay there.
~A.B.R.~
What were the living conditions for soldiers in Valley Forge?
The living conditions for soldiers at Valley Forge during the winter of 1777-1778 were harsh and challenging. Troops faced severe cold, inadequate shelter, and limited supplies, often lacking proper clothing, food, and blankets. Many soldiers suffered from illness, malnutrition, and exposure, leading to high rates of disease and mortality. Despite these hardships, the experience strengthened their resolve and unity, ultimately contributing to their effectiveness in the Revolutionary War.
1775- Lexington and Concord
1777-Battle of Saratoga
1777-8- Winter at Valley Forge
1781- Battle of Yorktown
What prussian officer trained troops at Valley Forge?
von Steuben trianed them, he turned them in to an amry that actually had a chace against the British.
What part did Marquis de Lafayette have in the Valley Forge?
Lafayette was a very important commander of troops, and aided General Washington. He donated muskets and clothing to the other soldiers in the war. He backed up General Washington when he was threatened to be replaced as General. Lafayette was known as the "soldiers' friend".
What was the battle of Valley Forge also called?
There wasn't a battle at Valley Forge. Valley Forge was the winter camp of Washington's troops.
Where was the Valley Forge encampment in North America?
The Valley Forge encampment in North America was at Valley Forge, PA, near Philadelphia, PA.
Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, west of Philadelphia.
Why was George washingtons choice of Valley Forge as a winter camp a bad decision?
because many of them didnt have shoes or coats so they got frostbite,thye caught dieseases also none of them had food to eat
Who is Valley Forge and what did he have to do with the American revolutionary war?
Valley Forge is not a person. It is a place in Pennselvania. Also Valley Forge is where George Washimgton and his soldiers stayed for the winter of 1777.(A.K.A. The Winter of The Red Snow.)
