Organizing a War in the American Revolution - Lecture 13

Explore the challenges faced by the Continental Congress in organizing the American Revolutionary War effort in this 49-minute lecture from Yale University's course on the American Revolution. Delve into four key difficulties: regionalism, localism, supply shortages for the Continental Army, and the Congress's inexperience in army organization. Examine how these issues affected leadership selection, military composition, and the ability to fight for a national cause. Learn about the promotion of George Washington and its significance in addressing regional tensions. Investigate the impact of supply shortages on troop readiness and effectiveness. Gain insights into the Continental Congress's struggle to effectively manage a large-scale military operation. Conclude with an analysis of a July 1776 Connecticut newspaper, offering a glimpse into early communication methods during the Revolutionary period.