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, Tập 3C.P. Wayne., 1804 |
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... soon interrupted by demonstrating to them the unwelcome truth , that , instead of acquiring the command of other lakes , they were unable to retain those already in their possession . With almost incredible exertions , the British ...
... soon interrupted by demonstrating to them the unwelcome truth , that , instead of acquiring the command of other lakes , they were unable to retain those already in their possession . With almost incredible exertions , the British ...
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... soon found very advantageously posted , and forming a strong line to defend the passage between the island of Valicour , and the west- ern main . Notwithstanding the vast disparity of force , a warm action ensued . An unfavourable wind ...
... soon found very advantageously posted , and forming a strong line to defend the passage between the island of Valicour , and the west- ern main . Notwithstanding the vast disparity of force , a warm action ensued . An unfavourable wind ...
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... soon given of a disposition to take part in the war . General Washington , who had in early life become acquainted with their character and dispositions , who knew their avidity for spoil and presents , 1776 . and their warlike temper ...
... soon given of a disposition to take part in the war . General Washington , who had in early life become acquainted with their character and dispositions , who knew their avidity for spoil and presents , 1776 . and their warlike temper ...
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... soon as it should be erected in the Cherokee country , and to bring with them their horses , cattle , and provisions , for all of which they were promised payment . They were likewise required , for their present security , and future ...
... soon as it should be erected in the Cherokee country , and to bring with them their horses , cattle , and provisions , for all of which they were promised payment . They were likewise required , for their present security , and future ...
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... soon withdrew from the coast , and no regular force appeared in aid of the savages to cover the country , the disaffected could not safely embody , and were therefore not distinguished from others . They suffered with their families a ...
... soon withdrew from the coast , and no regular force appeared in aid of the savages to cover the country , the disaffected could not safely embody , and were therefore not distinguished from others . They suffered with their families a ...
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