Jacob Riis's book How The Other Half Lives, written in 1890, remains an outstanding example of the importance of investigative journalism and the continued vitality of the Fourth Estate. Jacob Riis was among the earliest of what Theodore Roosevelt later termed " muckraker", "taking the rake to uncover the most unpleasant conditions in American society."
According to hospital records, 5,609 died of diseases and accidents during the U.S. construction period. Of these, 4,500 were West Indian workers. A total of 350 white Americans died.
Imagine this.. if you were in the middle of 2 fights, you would have weapons coming at you from both directions. If you blocked off one of the armies, it would be easier for you to defend yourself. Also, they could be more aware of an attack is they only have 1 side to worry about. :)
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The best answer is B. They fought mostly to defend their region
The Continental Army was a ragtag group of soldiers and mercenaries that was less a professional army and more a group of dedicated militiamen who wanted to protect their colony.
