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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2025 · 5 MIN

George Washington Appointed Commander in Chief

from The Revolutionary War Podcast · host Matt Schmidt

On June 19, 1775, George Washington accepted the Continental Congress’s appointment as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army, a decision that changed the course of American history. This moment, often overshadowed by the dramatic battles and the eventual triumph at Yorktown, was a turning point that shaped the Revolutionary War and the future of the United States. Washington’s acceptancewas not a simple matter of politics or ambition; it was a profound act of responsibility, sacrifice, and visionary leadership.

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On June 19, 1775, George Washington accepted the Continental Congress’s appointment as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army, a decision that changed the course of American history. This moment, often overshadowed by the dramatic battles and...

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