USA HISTORY

THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION 1775 1783

AMERICAN REVOLUTION SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC IMPACT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In what way does Valley Forge represent a turning point in the Revolutionary War?
A
It was the place where the Continental Army won their first battle
B
It was the place where the Continental Army lost their great commander
C
It was the place where the Continental Army was trained to a unified force.
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Continental Army’s transformative experiences at Valley Forge reshaped it into a more unified force capable of defeating the British and winning American independence during the remaining five years of the war.

Detailed explanation-2: -What Happened at Valley Forge. While the British occupied Philadelphia, Washington and his army hunkered down for a harsh winter at Valley Forge. No battle was fought there, yet, it was the turning point of the Revolutionary War.

Detailed explanation-3: -From Valley Forge, Washington could keep an eye on General Howe’s British army ensconced in Philadelphia. At Valley Forge, there were shortages of everything from food to clothing to medicine. Washington’s men were sick from disease, hunger, and exposure.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Battle of Saratoga: The Turning Point of The Revolutionary War. After two significant battles during September and October of 1777, The Battle of Saratoga became a crucial victory for the Patriots during the American Revolution, and was even considered the turning point of the Revolutionary War.

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