Quotes
"Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all."
George Washington shows his tactics in this quote from the crossing of the Delaware. He believed that numbers and skill were not the most important things to have in battle. He thought that the ability to listen and carry out orders was the key to victory.
"Tell General Sullivan to use the bayonet. I am resolved to take Trenton." This shows Washington’s determination. He said this after the gunpowder supplies got wet and didn’t work in the guns. He was willing to attack with close-range bayonets just to help the army and the American cause.
"Tell General Sullivan to use the bayonet. I am resolved to take Trenton." This shows Washington’s determination. He said this after the gunpowder supplies got wet and didn’t work in the guns. He was willing to attack with close-range bayonets just to help the army and the American cause.