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Mhs: Coming of the American Revolution: Washington Takes Command of the Army Unit PlanMhs: Coming of the American Revolution: Washington Takes Command of the Army Unit Plan
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Massachusetts Historical Society
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9th - 10th
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Mhs: Coming of the American Revolution: Washington Takes Command of the Army

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George Washington is chosen as the leader of the colonies in their fight against the British in the American Revolution and becomes commander-in-chief of the Continental Army. Evidence is supported by original documents.

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george washington

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continental congress, revolutionary war, american revolution, commander in chief, continental army

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  • Knovation Readability Score: 5 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)

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