The American Revolution was not a war that promised a simple victory; nobody expected Washington and the colonists to win. Fortunately, General George Washington was a great patriot and an effective leader. Though his troops were fewer in number, he proved to be a gifted strategist. Through hard work, he succeeded against all odds.
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The American Revolution was not a war that promised a simple victory; nobody expected Washington and the colonists to win.
Through hard work, he succeeded against all odds.
Fortunately, General George Washington was a great patriot and an effective leader.