Why Did So Many of General George Washington's Troops Desert

question 24

Multiple Choice

Why did so many of General George Washington's troops desert after the Continental Army left Boston and moved to confront the British en route to New York?

• A) They didn't believe it was their responsibility.
• B) They were tired, broke, and homesick.
• C) New York militiamen were clear that it was their territory to defend.
• D) General Washington was a terribly abusive leader.

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