The Virginia patriots primarily served in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. They were instrumental in various battles, contributing to the fight for independence from British rule. Many also participated in local militias, which played a key role in supporting the Continental forces and defending the region. Prominent figures like George Washington emerged from Virginia, leading efforts in both military and political arenas.
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The Hessians were ambushed by Washington's army in Yorktown.
He called it the Army of Northern Virginia.
Spartans *not* African Americans
The first name of what would become the Army of Northern Virginia was the Confederate Army of the Potomac. That was in 1861. As early 1862 came about the name was changed to the Army of Northern Virginia.
Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia.
Lee was the commander of the Army of Northern Virginia.
Every battle fought by the Army of Northern Virginia was against the Union army.
He organized and commanded the army
George Washington and his army...
the army would ask patriots to help
The Army of Northern Virginia