sep 10, 1757 - Marquis de Lafayette
Description:
He served admirably in many battles and was appointed to the rank of major general under General George Washington.He and his troops helped to keep the British army from escaping Yorktown by land.He was granted American citizenship because united states wanted to honor his service as a soldier and General in the American Revolution.Added to timeline:
Date:
sep 10, 1757
Now
~ 266 years ago
