Colonists Stumble Into Revolution at Siege of Boston.

Autor: Byrne Jr., James
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Zdroj: Army Magazine; Jul2024, Vol. 74 Issue 7, p44-48, 5p
Abstrakt: The article focuses on the pivotal Siege of Boston in early 1776, detailing George Washington's strategic decisions and the Patriots' application of key military principles. Topics include the unsuccessful Patriot assault on Boston, Washington's adoption of a siege strategy over direct attack, and the successful fortification of Dorchester Heights leading to the British evacuation. These events highlighted the application of military tenets such as surprise, security, and maneuverability.
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