In the 18th Century armies would go into “Winter quarters”; maneuvering in the harsh environment could cause more casualties than a battle. Nonetheless, a watchful eye had to be kept toward the enemy. In Washington’s army most soldiers were without proper clothing and supplies; Private Joseph Martin claimed the blanket he had been issued “ was so thin that a straw could be shot through it without discommoding the threads”. Yet, the Continental soldiers persevered.
In the 18th Century armies would go into “Winter quarters”; maneuvering in the harsh environment could cause more casualties than a battle. Nonetheless, a watchful eye had to be kept toward the enemy. In Washington’s army most soldiers were without proper clothing and supplies; Private Joseph Martin claimed the blanket he had been issued “ was so thin that a straw could be shot through it without discommoding the threads”. Yet, the Continental soldiers persevered.