Burwell Bassett

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Letters and Correspondence, The War Years (1775-1783) February 17, 2022 February 16, 2022

Washington’s Final Retreat: Asylum?

by Alexander Lenarchyk

George Washington’s appointment as commander of the Continental Army filled him with doubt from the start. In his address to the Continental Congress on…

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People, Politics During the War (1775-1783), The War Years (1775-1783) July 22, 2021 July 15, 2021

“That a General be Appointed to command”

by Jeff Dacus

After the events at Lexington and Concord on April 19, it appeared that military force of some sort might be warranted in dealing with…

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1. David Price Ten Crucial Days, Five Crucial Factors

I think you're absolutely right, Bill - that's a point I make in the manuscript I'm working on that's a very extended version of the article. Thanks for your comments,…
2. Bill Welsch Ten Crucial Days, Five Crucial Factors

David! Great article. Thanks. I always think of luck when I hear contingency. A fancier term. I’ve stressed luck on my tours. I would add what I consider another example…
3. Bill Welsch Perspectives on the Ten Crucial Days of the Revolution

Hi Folks, I posted this comment under the wrong article from David. Please delete, and I will add it to the correct place. Thanks Bill