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MAXImum [283]
2 years ago
9

The British had a huge army with professional soldiers, what kind of men were in the colonial army (militia) ? Help me out plz

History
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kicyunya [14]2 years ago
5 0

Answer:

The were colonists from the 13 colonies. Many of the time they weren't professional soldiers, but rather ordinary men wanting to fight for independence. They were normally ill-trained and ill-equipped.

Zanzabum2 years ago
3 0

Answer:Most men who served in the Continental Army were between the ages of 15 and 30. Those who served in the Army were merchants, mechanics, and farmers.

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