continental army

Thân thiện

The Continental Army marches in formation on a dirt road.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • The American army during the American Revolution: The "Continental Army" refers specifically to the unified colonial military force established by the Second Continental Congress in 1775 to fight for independence from Great Britain during the American Revolutionary War. It was commanded by General George Washington.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • George Washington was appointed commander-in-chief of the Continental Army in 1775.
  • The soldiers of the Continental Army endured a harsh winter at Valley Forge.
  • The victory was a crucial morale boost for the fledgling Continental Army.

Advanced Usage

• "to serve in the Continental Army": to be a soldier in this specific historical force.
  • His ancestor served in the Continental Army under General Washington.

Variants and Related Words

• Continental (noun, historical): A soldier serving in the Continental Army.
  • The Continentals were poorly supplied but determined.
• Continental Congress (proper noun): The governing body that authorized the creation of the Continental Army.

Synonyms

• American Revolutionary forces: A broader term that can include the Continental Army and state militias.
• Patriot army: A term emphasizing the political cause of the soldiers.

Related Phrases

• Army of the United Colonies: An early name used for the Continental Army.
• Grand Army: A contemporary term sometimes used to refer to Washington's main force.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the American army during the American Revolution

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