First Continental Congress

Battle of Saratoga, both these battles showed that the American forces could go toe to toe against the British army and hold there own. The Battle of Trenton was an American victory that came after many crushing defeats. The Battle of Saratoga was the first American victory over a major British force. The Battle of Saratoga would also secure the French alliance to help the colonies in the war. The Battle of Trenton and the Battle of Saratoga proved that the colonist could fight back and hold…

Issues of Management The Continental Navy was established in 1775, and consisted of seven ships ( For over 200 years the United States Navy has operated in various environments from piece time operations to the highest level of war time operations. One thing has remained constant and in the fore front of all Naval commands. Training has been the most valuable asset other than the men and women who serve in the United States Navy. This paper will look at the decline that has occurred over time…

parts used to make the gun. The cheap parts will cause the musket be to be less accurate. Linear warfare made the American soldiers looks less of a coward. If the American hid and attacked the British they would have been considered as cowards. The continental army was already fighting with unskilled soldiers. If the unskilled army couldn’t play the part they at least have to look the part. The American army was not used…

unsung heroes include John Stark, James Armistead, Jeremiah O’Brien, Elizabeth Hager and Herman Haupt. John Stark John Stark was born in New Hampshire on August 28, 1728. He was a very well known and renowned Major General in the Continental Army. He was known for his unconventional tactics used during the war with the British. He was a farmer…

The French suffered a significant defeat against the British during the Seven Years’ War. The devastating defeat was potentially the main reason why the French supported America during the revolution. French support given to the Americans remained private until, France and America signed an alliance treaty in 1778. The signing of the treaty was perhaps the most pivotal turning point in the American Revolution, as it caused Great Britain, arguably the world’s strongest power at the time, to…

defensive posture. Burr repeatedly pressed his command to retreat from the pending engagement with the British due to their superiority in numbers and equipment over the Continentals. General Putnam and Burr would eventually have to retreat back into New…

On February 12, 2009 Continental Connection flight 3407 crashed during landing approximately 5 miles from Buffalo-Niagara International Airport. This accident killed all 49 passengers and crew on board the aircraft as well as an individual on the ground. The subsequent investigation determined that, among other things, pilot experience and training were contributing factors to the accident (United States. National Transportation Safety Board, 2010). In the wake of the accident loved ones of the…

In 1775 the Revolutionary War started. The main reason of this was that New England wanted to break away from England’s government. The British Commander Charles Cornwallis was the one to go to battle at York town against the American commander George Washington. On the way to York town, Cornwallis had to overcome many other battles that he won. In my opinion commander Charles Cornwallis, could easily have been the down fall of the American Revolution with all of his previous expedients and…

victory in 1783. The book also describes the first year of the American Revolution, especially the triumph of Boston and the failure at New York and the successful attack on Trenton. The author details the challenges of creating and maintaining an army and then developing and drilling the militia that will be disciplined in the field of battle. I will focus on three areas that were major issues that General George Washington faced while leading the continental army during the year…

To win the Revolutionary War, there were three crucial factors. First, the unity was solidified when the rebellious consciousness was aroused thus uniting the Americans against the British. Secondly, it was the American military force that translated into action the thoughts of rebellion. (S,109)Lastly, the logistic supports from the grassroots allowed the army to fight without worrying about the food shortages. (A5)These factors which constantly affected each other made the united Americans…