General George Washington (as commander of the Continental Army)
Discuss General George Washington (as commander of the Continental Army)
Why was the Battle of Saratoga important?
Who was John Paul Jones?
Who was Baron von Steuben?
Who was Abigail Adams?
What was the Battle of Cowpens?
Explain the significance of the Battle of Yorktown.
Who was Mercy Otis Warren?
What was the Treaty of Paris (1783)?
Who was Dr. Benjamin Rush?
reactions from readers as opposed to a contemporary novel like Wallflower. Stories about people (especially adolescents) discovering a part of themselves that they have never known, literary or mainstream, may have similar premises of childhood and adolescense, but they seem to omit differing emotions to readers because of literary elements that change how the reader thinks about the novel. In this way, the contemporary setting of the 21st century has changed the viewpoints of millennial audiences in reading fiction through historical changes, their presentations of conflict, and their language and grammar.
First of all, the historical movements and events of our time have always affected the way we tell our stories and the internal and external struggles of the protagonists in those stories that correspond with the events. Stories have always been a response to the modern times. As the times, industries and modalities change, so do the stories. To Kill a Mockingbird takes place in the 1930’s, a period of economic turmoil in the Great Depression. In addition, the racial tension in the time period that affects the main conflict of the story in a black man’s rxxe trial, also a prominent presence throughout the story. Harper Lee’s rich, well-fleshed out characters are deeply influenced by the time period, so reading about an era several decades ago can give the reader an insight of what the time period was like, but can also make it very hard to connect with the external struggles of these characters living in a time that we cannot genuinely know what is like. The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Stephen Chbosky’s high school coming-of-age story, takes place in a more modern new era of cliques and teen social structures, and through this viewpoint, we see our protagonist Charlie’s discoveries about friendship that he makes throughout the story be very similar to our own. These characters can be more relatable for readers since the protagonists are teens living in a generation adjacent to ours, so their situations and stories can be elevated to a level of emotion that Mockingbird cannot, through its scenarios that are very reminiscent of the real world. In Wallflower, there is one primary factor of the historical context of the novel, however, that keeps it from having the wide-reaching connection between the author and the reader. Paper Towns, a novel by contemporary teen coming-of-age writer John Green, may have the most deep-rooted connection with the reader when reading it due to the story and characters taking place in our own generation – the era of technology. The use of technology in the novel as an incitement of conflict, causing endless chaos, is very reminiscent of our generation and its unique qualities, so I think this novel may just be the most exciting to read because of these undeniably relatable or even nostalgic settings and situations. This further proves my statement that the settings in coming-of-age stories have a powerful impact on the reader’s emotional investment in the story.
The presentation of conflict in these novels also impact the reader’s reaction to the story and characters. In both literary and mainstream novels, conflict arises, but will be presented in a way that is more apparent and less nuanced in mainstream novels than it would be presented in strict literary fiction. In To Kill a Mockingbird, near the climax of the novel, Atticus Finch tells his family that “They shot him [Tom Robinson]. They say he just broke into a blind raving charge at the fence and started climbing over.” (Lee 268) In a novel about a child’s loss of innocence, this was one of the most powerful examples of injustice and inequality, but
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General George Washington was a pivotal figure in the American Revolution, who served as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the war. He is remembered for his resilience and leadership in leading his troops to victory over the British forces. His strategic decisions enabled him to win crucial battles such as at Saratoga which ultimately resulted in ending British rule in North America and paving the way for U.S independence.
The Battle of Saratoga was considered an important turning point during the Revolutionary War, where General Washington’s troops were able to defeat a much larger British force and capture their artillery, supplies and ammunition - thus weakening them significantly on the battlefield. This victory not only proved that George Washington had great tactical skills but also boosted morale among his men and more importantly convinced France to openly support America’s struggle for independence by entering into an alliance with them against Britain.
John Paul Jones was an American naval officer who played a major role during the Revolutionary War by commanding several ships including one called Bonhomme Richard which he famously used to defeat two British vessels from whom he seized many guns and supplies; proving himself as a brilliant leader amongst his peers through this daring feat (which became known as ‘the Bonhomme Richard incident’).
Baron von Steuben was another prominent figure associated with General Washington during this period, serving under him most notably at Valley Forge where he helped train soldiers in basic military tactics while also advocating for better provisioning of food & clothing amongst other needs required by those defending against British forces (thus enabling them stay strong despite difficult conditions).
Abigail Adams is remembered mainly due her husband John Adams being 2nd President of United States however she too made significant contributions towards American independence having been involved in politics before him becoming president - even penning several letters opposing taxation without representation which were published newspapers nationwide just prior start Revolutionary War. Furthermore when John went off serve continental army she managed home affairs often looking after her own children & extended family members living nearby all while staying informed about current news events so could advise Mr President accordingly whenever asked do so later on down track (all these duties put together making her key pillar strength behind home front efforts allowing nation succeed its goals).
Finally there Battle Cowpens which occurred South Carolina 1781 where once again thanks wise decision making George Washington alongside Brigadier General Daniel Morgan able lead their small force victory against far superior numbers enemy side thus opening door further expansion colonies throughout region these decisive actions earning general accolades time still celebrated today world wide example successful guerrilla warfare tactic applied even worst odds imaginable coming out victorious end day!