Ordinary Americans in the Revolution Season 1 Episode 12 Colonial Soldiering Life
- September 10, 2021
- 26 min
In the wake of military confrontation with the British in 1775, patriot leaders had to move quickly to form a standing army. Witness how initial enthusiasm for enlistment was followed by widespread challenges in recruitment. Learn about the brutal conditions of service in the Continental Army; how it became an effective fighting force; and, afterward, what became of those who had served.