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    The document describes a U.S. postage stamp commemorating the winter encampment of George Washington and his troops at Valley Forge in 1777-1778. Students are tasked with researching conditions at Valley Forge and writing a letter from the perspective of a soldier describing their suffering, the suffering of others, and how morale improved after the arrival of Baron Von Steuben.

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    Name _____________________

    Misery at Valley Forge


    To the right is a U.S. Postage stamp
    commemorating the 150th anniversary of the
    winter encampment at Valley Forge. It shows
    the iconic image of Commander-in-Chief
    George Washington praying for the soldiers
    forced to endure the winter under miserable
    and deadly conditions.

    Directions: Research the winter of 1777-1778 at Valley Forge at


    http://www.mrnussbaum.com/history/valley_forge.htm
    Then, compose a letter to a real or make-believe loved one or friend as if you were a soldier wintering at
    Valley Forge. In the letter, demonstrate your knowledge of Valley Forge by describing your suffering and the
    suffering around you and how the morale of the army improved after the arrival of Baron Von Steuben.
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