USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The Continental Congress commissioned George Washington as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army on June 19, 1775. Washington was selected over other candidates such as John Hancock based on his previous military experience and the hope that a leader from Virginia could help unite the colonies.

Detailed explanation-2: -Home Washington Library Center for Digital History Digital Encyclopedia Appointment as Commander in… George Washington arrived at the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia on May 9, 1775. Immediately he was placed on several committees that handled military preparedness in the colonies.

Detailed explanation-3: -Appointed Commander-in-chief of the Continental Army Attending the Second Continental Congress in military uniform, George Washington was appointed as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army by his fellow congressmen.

Detailed explanation-4: -the second congress voted to create the army in June 1775. George Washington appointed commander of the Continental Army on June 15, 1775. Washington was chosen because he was a good leader and he was good with working with people and figuring out ways to over come obstacles.