Washington's strategy in 1777 continues to be…

1777 CE

Washington's strategy in 1777 continues to be a basically defensive one.

He successfully fends off an attempt by Howe to draw him into a general engagement in northern New Jersey, but is unable to prevent Howe's later success taking Philadelphia.

He does send material help to General Horatio Gates, who is tasked with defending against Burgoyne's movements.

Major General Benedict Arnold and Daniel Morgan's riflemen all play a notable role in the defeat of Burgoyne, following which France enters the war.

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