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Anna35 [415]
3 years ago
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Which explains why the Continental Congress chose George Washington to command the Continental Army?

History
1 answer:
masha68 [24]3 years ago
6 0

Answer:

<u>He had military experience during the French and Indian War and was known to be a man of character. </u>

Explanation:

In 1753, France itself began expanding military control in Ohio, as well as in the British colonies of Virginia and Pennsylvania. This led to the outbreak of conflict in the colonies called the French and Indian War. Washington was involved in the war from the beginning.

In 1755, Washington became an assistant to British General Edward Braddock. Braddock was supposed to expel the French from Ohio with the strength of the British Army. In 1755 Washington was named as the commander of all Virginia troops with the task of defending the western border.

He did not participate in military life until the outbreak of the Revolution of 1775. Washington had a reputation, military experience, charisma and influence, and was known as a great patriot . He initially rejected the post of Commander-in-Chief, considering that he was not fit enough. However, he had no serious competition On June 14th, 1775, the Continental Congress created the Continental Army. Nominated by John Adams of Massachusetts, Washington was appointed general

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