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Nathanael Greene: A Revolutionary War Hero
Major-General Nathanael Greene (August 7, 1742 – June 19, 1786) was an American military officer and planter who played a crucial role in the American Revolutionary War. Born into a prosperous Quaker family in Warwick, Rhode Island, Greene became active in the colonial opposition to British revenue policies in the early 1770s. His contributions to the war effort earned him a reputation as one of George Washington’s most talented and dependable officers.
Casey Adams
4/26/20241 min read
Here are some key points about Nathanael Greene:
Early Life and Rise to Command:
Greene helped establish the Kentish Guards, a state militia unit, and was appointed to command the Rhode Island army after the Battles of Lexington and Concord in April 1775.
He later became a general in the newly established Continental Army.
Service Under George Washington:
Greene served under George Washington in several campaigns, including the Boston campaign, the New York and New Jersey campaign, and the Philadelphia campaign.
In 1778, he was appointed quartermaster general of the Continental Army.
Command in the Southern Theater:
In October 1780, Washington appointed Greene as the commander of the Continental Army in the southern theater.
Greene engaged in a successful campaign of guerrilla warfare against a numerically superior British force led by Charles Cornwallis.
His strategic victories at Guilford Court House, Hobkirk’s Hill, and Eutaw Springs eroded British control over the American South.
Legacy and Historical Reputation:
Major fighting on land came to an end following the surrender of Cornwallis at the Siege of Yorktown in October 1781.
Greene continued to serve in the Continental Army until late 1783.
His legacy as “The Savior of the South” and “The Fighting Quaker” endures as a testament to his leadership and contributions during the Revolutionary War1.
Nathanael Greene’s brilliant military strategies and unwavering commitment to the cause of American independence make him a true hero of the Revolutionary era. His legacy lives on as a symbol of courage and determination in the face of adversity234.
