George Washington in the French and Indian War Flashcards
How did George Washington Start the French and Indian War?
He attacked Fort Duquesne and killed 10 people along with a French commander named Coulden de Jumonville. They held 21 people captive and 1 English man died.
When was George Washington Appointed adjutant in Virginia Colonial Militia?
November 1752 at 20 years old
What did George do in 1753?
He volunteered to send a message to France telling them not to build a fort on English land. The French refused.
When was George appointed lieutenant colonel and sent with men to reinforce a colonel post? How many people did he go with?
1754, 160 men
Which was the only battle that Washington surrendered?
Fort Necessity
When and why did George resign from the military>
1754, protested for equal pay between colonial officers and British officers.
He soon got control of all men (militia) in Virginia
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