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8th Grade Social Studies
American Revolution
War Strategy
14. American Forces
14.1 Continental Army
Continental Army: From Colonial Militia to Revolutionary Force
Discover how ordinary colonial citizens transformed into the disciplined Continental Army that won American independence through determination and strategic leadership.
What You'll Learn
Continental Army formed June 1775 under George Washington's leadership
Valley Forge winter transformed militia into disciplined fighting force
Diverse composition included farmers, merchants, and various backgrounds
Guerrilla tactics exploited mobility and local geography against British
What You'll Practice
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Analyze Continental Army formation, leadership, and early military challenges
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Evaluate Valley Forge impact on army discipline and training
3
Examine supply shortages, recruitment diversity, and strategic adaptations
Why This Matters
Understanding the Continental Army helps students appreciate how ordinary citizens can unite to overcome seemingly impossible challenges and create lasting change.
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Continental Army
Revolutionary War
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