winter at Valley Forge (dec 19, 1777 – jun 19, 1778)
Description:
After failing to retake Philadelphia, Washington led his 12,000-man army into winter quarters at Valley Forge. They remained there for six months, from December 19, 1777 to June 19, 1778. About 1700-200 soldiers died from disease.
Added to timeline:
Timeline - Independence to Reconstruction
Date:
