8/25 Washington tried to surprise a part of the British army which was posted at Germantown. But accidents and mist interfered. The Americans then retired to Valley Forge--a strong place in the hills not far from Philadelphia. To show condition of wood-engraving in the Revolutionary era.] [Sidenote: Baron Steuben.] 148. The Army at Valley Forge, 1777-78 .-- The sufferings of the soldiers during the following winter can never be overstated. |