In recognition of his efforts, Pulaski was named a brigadier general of cavalry on September 15th.
The first officer to oversee the cavalry became "the father of the American cavalry."
Although it consisted of only four regiments, it immediately began devising a new set of regulations and training for its people. As the Philadelphia campaign continued, it alerted Washington to British movements that resulted in a failed battle on September 15th. This saw Washington and Howe briefly meet at Malvern, PA, before heavy rains stopped the fight.
The following month, Pulaski played a role at the Battle of Germantown on October 4th. After the defeat, Washington retreated to the winter quarters at Valley Forge.
The need for a stronger Federal government soon became apparent and eventually led to the Constitutional Convention in 1787. The present United States Constitution replaced the Articles of Confederation on March 4, 1789.
