"I received orders from Congress to proceed to Charleston in South Carolina, for the purpose of Co'operating with General Lincoln in the defense of that Capitol"
- Abraham Whipple
About this Quote
This quote is from Abraham Whipple, a naval policeman in the American Revolutionary War. In this quote, he is referring to orders he obtained from the Continental Congress to take a trip to Charleston, South Carolina to sign up with forces with General Lincoln in protecting the city. This was most likely in response to the British pressures that had actually been bearing down the city. Whipple's objective was to provide marine assistance to General Lincoln's military in order to secure the city from the British. This quote highlights the significance of teamwork between the Continental Congress and also the army pressures in order to safeguard the colonies from the British. It also reveals the significance of marine forces in the Revolutionary War, as Whipple was sent to offer assistance to the military. This quote is a testimony to the value of participation and also cooperation in order to achieve a common objective.
This quote is written / told by Abraham Whipple between September 26, 1733 and May 27, 1819. He/she was a famous Soldier from USA.
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