The Life of George Washington: Commander in Chief of the American Forces During the War which Established the Independence of His Country, and First President of the United States, Том 1Walton Book Company, 1930 |
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... give a severe blow to this army . The risk would be too great to attempt to cross a river , when they must expect to meet a formidable opposition in front , and would have such a force as ours in their rear . They might possibly be ...
... give a severe blow to this army . The risk would be too great to attempt to cross a river , when they must expect to meet a formidable opposition in front , and would have such a force as ours in their rear . They might possibly be ...
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... give battle . Aug. 10. Previous to leaving port , he informed General Sulli- van that , on his return , he would land his men as that officer should advise . Not choosing to give the advantage of the weather - gage , Lord Howe also ...
... give battle . Aug. 10. Previous to leaving port , he informed General Sulli- van that , on his return , he would land his men as that officer should advise . Not choosing to give the advantage of the weather - gage , Lord Howe also ...
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... gives a tone to human- ity that makes his worth more amiable . " His spectators , who enjoy a happier lot , are less prone to detract from it through envy ; and are much disposed by compassion to give the credit he deserves , and per ...
... gives a tone to human- ity that makes his worth more amiable . " His spectators , who enjoy a happier lot , are less prone to detract from it through envy ; and are much disposed by compassion to give the credit he deserves , and per ...
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