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Valley Forge was a winter camp for Washington’s soldiers. During this time many died and got sick, but they also trained and got stronger as an army. Even though the colonists had a rough time at Valley Forge, I would have stayed. First off, in the engraving by William Henry Powell, Washington presented his soldiers to the Congressional Committee. Washington is telling the Committee about how he trained the colonists while at Valley Forge.
The army fell short of the ideal image the American public had created for it, as it lacked experience and professionalism. However, this would not last forever. The army gained professionalism during their time at Valley Forge, eventually resembling the institution the America public feared. Royster, defines Valley Forge as a, “test of national survival because it had been a test of the army’s survival amid hardships caused in large by fellow revolutionaries” (190). It also marked a turning point in the war, as it was the last time the revolutionaries expected to be united with the same enthusiasm as in 1775.
In the winter, Washington took his troops to Valley Forge, which was 18 miles from Philadelphia. At this time, Valley Forge was a difficult place to live for the Patriots. It was a struggle but if I were a Patriot in Valley Forge fighting for Washington’s Army, I wouldn’t quit. I won’t quit for three big reasons; yes I know there were a lot of sick soldiers but not as much as dying soldiers, another thing is the conditions were horrible, but there were many brave soldiers who stuck with it, and stayed with Washington, lastly I do not want to be a “summer soldier” because freedom is valuable so it is worth fighting for.
Valley forge was a winter camp for the continental army in 1777-1778, and it was led by General George Washington. If I in Valley Forge at that time I would stay in the continental army no matter the circumstances. A reason I would stay is in a painting by William Henry Powell, Committee of Congress at Valley Forge, General George Washington is speaking to the committee with the remaining soldiers(Doc B). In this illustration General George is representing his troops to the committee. Another thing that Washington might be asking the committee for assistance in Valley to help his troops.
Abigail Adams woke up to the sound of bombings on the day The Battle of Bunker Hill started. The Battle of Bunker Hill was an important part of the Revolutionary War. Abigail was a big help in this battle. She witnessed part of the battle that deeply affected her. She also helped care for the hurt, injured, and sick people after the battle had ended.
Staying at Valley Forge During the winter of 1777 and 1778 Valley Forge winter camp is where George Washington and his troops were located. Valley Forge was very cold and many soldiers got sick or died at Valley Forge. I would stay at Valley Forge. In an essay written by Thomas Paine(Doc. D) in his essay he explains that those who left Valley Forge were made fun of and were called things like summer soldier because they could not handle the cold weather.
The hopelessness, the fear, the death, and the horrific violence of the camp. The counting of each day one lives; the counting of another day of survival. The slow, eliminating of each the innocent villagers one by one, every day. The lack of sufficient food, and the mortifying fear of starvation. The vile, watery soup and the stagnant, stale bread that they are fed every day.
The Battle of Valley Forge was the turning point of the Revolutionary War. Although no actual military battle was waged here, George Washington’s Continental Army faced some physical and mental battles of their own in this Pennsylvania town. It was here at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania where the Continental Army Soldiers of the Revolutionary War chose to go after being defeated in the Battle of Germantown in October 1777. During this winter, Washington’s troops came to this encampment to recuperate and train for future battles with the British.
he told us “They feed us like we're animals” He was very shy when talking about this and he didn't have words for how bad it was... he told us “I was scared to go to these prison camps but I never imagined so much horror.” So we decided to ask someone else who may tell us more facts about the camp. So we asked William Smith a couple questions.
Being in the snow isn’t always fun. It is January 1, 1778 and I have been serving my term at Valley Forge. I have been very miserable which has made my experience here dreadful. I’ve finished my time as a soldier but I have the option to re-enlist or come back home.
I’ve already risked my life for this country; now it is someone else’s turn. In conclusion, I am happy to be leaving Valley Forge in one month. I do not want to risk getting sick and dying. I am weary of the starvation, bitter cold, and lack of decent clothing.
Bravery is the act of facing problems right away instead of trying to escape them for as long as possible. For example, the Lord did not completely abandon creation after Adam and Eve disobeyed Him. Instead, He dealt with the problem. At Valley Forge, George Washington confronted the problem set before him by going to the Lord with it. Being brave is not taking care of a situation independently, although that is a form of bravery.
It is winter and we have camped at Valley Forge. You know how I manage through the winter, but the condition we are currently in has made life difficult for me. There are no supplies, no food, clothes or anything coming our way. We have no shoes and uniforms, and the little we have are rugs that are likely to fall off soon. I pity other soldiers because mine is tattered, but I consider it better than what they have.
Conditions in the camps were extremely rough and caused many deaths. Prisoners attained inadequate food rations and not enough clothes to help survive the harsh conditions. They worked for long hours even days straight and were all physically abused by the guards. This caused a high death rate
Cold was one problem, smoke was another. Hopefully, the soldiers will have the courage to make it through this devastating time. Lack of food, living conditions, and horrid climate are some reasons of why a soldier would quit Valley Forge. One reason a soldier would quit Valley Forge is the lack of food.
