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George Washington and the American Revolution

Main Reasons for the American Victory

Why did the Americans win the war for independence against the strongest nation in the Western world? One big reason was geography. Three thousand miles of ocean was a daunting distance for British ships to transport a large army, keep it supplied, and bring in replacements as needed. The American rebels, in contrast, fought on their own land, over a vast amount of space. American victory also owed much to aid from other nations, especially the French, eager to revenge their defeat in the Seven Years’ War. Without the money, troops, and naval support that the French provided, American Independence might have become nothing more than a hoped for mirage. Although American leaders made serious mistakes during the course of the Revolution, they rose to the challenge by doggedly staying the course. None were more steadfast than George Washington. Perhaps most important of all, however, was not the effort of any individual but the spirit of the people, as many Americans dedicated themselves to the Revolutionary effort. Yes, there were the “sunshine patriots and summer soldiers” that Thomas Paine scorned, as well as many Tories who remained loyal to Britain. In the end, however, there were enough Americans who regarded themselves as a separate people entitled to their own nation, and were willing to fight, and die, for the cause of independence.

Washington Bids Farewell to His Troops

In November 1783, when Washington received word that the Treaty of Paris was signed, he began the process of saying goodbye to military life. His swan song was to be on November 2, near Princeton, where he addressed his soldiers, whom he called “one patriotic band of Brothers.” The time had come, said Washington, for him to “to bid them an affectionate—a long farewell.” He told his men that creating a new, self-governing country would not be easy. While the military battles had been long and hard, he said, they now faced the hard work of creating a Read this sentence from the passage.

His swan song was to be on November 2, near Princeton, where he addressed his soldiers, whom he called “one patriotic band of Brothers.”

What is the best meaning of “swan song"?

a fancy meal that Washington hosted to thank his soldiers

a tradition in which a general puts away his sword after a victory
a final accomplishment or presentation before retirement
a concert to celebrate their victory

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@BenLindquist

Answer 2

The answer what you need is in this section: What is the best meaning of “swan song"?

a fancy meal that Washington hosted to thank his soldiers

a tradition in which a general puts away his sword after a victory
a final accomplishment or presentation before retirement
a concert to celebrate their victory?

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Just one of them?

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yes

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`a final accomplishment or presentation before retirement` seems correct.

Do you agree, @BenLindquist ?

Answer 6

@Elsa213 yes

Answer 7

@BenLindquist Gewd, huehuehue

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thank youuuu so much

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Ofc. ^.^
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