The papers of george washington 15 september-31 october 1778, hardback/george washington

Describes how Washington moved his army north from White Plains, New York, into new positions that ran from West Point to Danbury, Connecticut.

His purpose in doing so was threefold: to protect his army, to protect the strategically important Hudson highlands, and to shore up the equally vital French fleet anchored at Boston.

Publisher: University of Virginia Press Author(s): George Washington Number of pages: 784 Collection: Revolutionary War Series Publication date: 2008 Dimensions: 172 x 243 x 53 Cover type: Hardback Editor(s): Philander D.

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