What is Steuben considered as one of the fathers of?
Prussian Army
United States Army
British Army
French Army
Answer
Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben was a Prussian officer who is considered one of the fathers of the United States Army. He arrived in the United States in 1777 and was appointed Inspector General of the Continental Army by George Washington. He was instrumental in training the American soldiers and helped them to win the Battle of Trenton.
Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben: Architect of American Victory
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