Acceptance of Command of the Continental Army
George Washington
George Washington gained a reputation for military excellence for his service in the French and Indian War. This experience, combined with his unique situation as a relative outsider, made him an obvious choice to lead the Continental Army. Washington managed to get a ragtag army into fighting form, leading them to victory against all odds. Yet he remained humble; in this acceptance speech, he said, “I am truly sensible of the high Honor done me in this Appointment… I do not think myself equal to the Command I am honored with.”
Author - George Washington.
Narrator - Larry G. Jones.
Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023.
Copyright - © 1780 George Washington ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
George Washington gained a reputation for military excellence for his service in the French and Indian War. This experience, combined with his unique situation as a relative outsider, made him an obvious choice to lead the Continental Army. Washington managed to get a ragtag army into fighting form, leading them to victory against all odds. Yet he remained humble; in this acceptance speech, he said, “I am truly sensible of the high Honor done me in this Appointment… I do not think myself equal to the Command I am honored with.” Author - George Washington. Narrator - Larry G. Jones. Published Date - Sunday, 22 January 2023. Copyright - © 1780 George Washington ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1
Duration:00:00:15
Chapter 2
Duration:00:01:13
Chapter 3
Duration:00:00:18