George Washington - Congress created the Continental Army
Time: Thursday Jun 15, 1775
Place: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Details: Congress created the Continental Army on June 14, 1775, and Samuel and John Adams nominated Washington to become its commander in chief. Washington was chosen over John Hancock because of his military experience and the belief that a Virginian would better unite the colonies. He was considered an incisive leader who kept his "ambition in check". He was unanimously elected commander in chief by Congress the next day.
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