
A Prussian Who Only Spoke French Saved America — Von Steuben (1778)
In February 1778, Friedrich von Steuben arrived at Valley Forge. He spoke no English. In six weeks, he turned a mob into an army.
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In February 1778, Friedrich von Steuben arrived at Valley Forge. He spoke no English. In six weeks, he turned a mob into an army.
Apr 24, 2026
In the winter of 1777, Washington's army held on at Valley Forge. Two thousand died from cold and hunger. The army that emerged in spring was different.
Apr 22, 2026
In August 1776, the British seized New York. Washington's army escaped encirclement by a thread. It looked like the end of the war.
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