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arcfieldweather.com
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| | | | | December 1776 was a desperate time for George Washington and the American Revolution. Morale was low, hope for winning the war was diminishing, and the Continental Army led by George Washington was thinning in numbers after many battles lost to the British. December began with lots of rain and muddy travel conditions for the men which did not help with their spirits. After retreating through New Jersey, they set up camp on the Pennsylvania side of the Delaware River where the army was met with very cold weather that led to plenty of ice on the water. All in all, things were not looking good for Washington's army. However, George Washington devised a plan that would change the course of the war and the history of our nation. | |
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angrystaffofficer.com
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| | | | | There are many iconic images in U.S. military history: Washington crossing the Delaware, the surrender at Appomattox,troops landing on Omaha Beach, to name a few. But few paintings or photographs have managed to capture one of the most significant weapons in the U.S. arsenal: the knife hand. Able to cleave the air with a... | |
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warandsecurity.com
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| | | | | This post follows on from this one on the origins of the War of 1812 between the USA and Britain. In mid August 1812 the USA suffered a defeat on land and gained a victory at sea in its war with Britain. On 16 August the US garrison of Detroit surrendered to the British. Three... | |
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dicerolla.blogspot.com
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| | | The long wait is over. Papa JJ returns. Let the internet burn! | ||
