George Washington

At the time of the Revolution, America had no money, no military and barely a chance at success. Even George Washington was not immediately seen as a strong military commander, often making mistakes.

After retiring as general of the Continental Army in 1783, the future president wrote a letter called “Circular to the States” in which he shared his vision of how America and its citizens could succeed or fail in the years to come.

A young George Washington hungers for fame and prestige as an officer in the British military.

From the early settlers and the Revolutionary War against Britain, soldiers have played a key role in the seminal events that have shaped America.