It was a Continual Drill...Training the troops at Valley Forge
General von Steuben drilling and training the soldiers.
An episode of the Valley Forge History & Culture podcast, hosted by NPS.GOV, titled "It was a Continual Drill...Training the troops at Valley Forge" was published on April 13, 2007 and runs 3 minutes.
April 13, 2007 ·3m · Valley Forge History & Culture
Summary
Valley Forge National Historical Park Collections Curator Scott Houting discusses the drilling the training of soldiers at Valley Forge. A copy of the original 1779 drill manual is currently on display in the Welcome Center at Valley Forge. This temporary exhibit highlights the efforts of General von Steuben and the Continental Officers in creating a better trained, disciplined, effective fighting force. Bring this podcast with you and listen as you visit the Welcome Center.
Episode Description
Similar Episodes
Mar 22, 2026 ·30m
Mar 22, 2026 ·31m
Mar 8, 2026 ·33m
Mar 1, 2026 ·24m
Feb 22, 2026 ·35m
Feb 15, 2026 ·34m