How George Washington rose to prominence and became the stuff of myth
Summary
The article discusses how George Washington gained early prominence by leading the Siege of Boston during the American Revolution. This campaign helped establish his military leadership and contributed to his later success as the first U.S. President.Key Facts
- George Washington was chosen by the Continental Congress to lead the Continental Army in 1775.
- He led the Siege of Boston, where American forces surrounded the city, trapping British troops.
- Washington's leadership in this campaign was critical to his future success.
- He sent Henry Knox to retrieve cannons from Fort Ticonderoga in New York.
- These cannons were moved to Boston and helped force British troops to leave the city.
- The British evacuated Boston by boat on March 17, 1776, due to dwindling supplies and the threat posed by the cannons.
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