9. General Washington had evinced such nobility of soul and great military capacity that all American hearts were soon filled with love and admiration. With far-seeing wisdom, he was patiently biding his time to strike his enemies, and in foreign lands other great soldiers were applauding the mingled caution and boldness of his military movements.
QUESTIONS.
1. Where were the North Carolina troops at this time? What was the condition of Washington's army?
2. How were the Continental troops benefited by an order of Sir William Howe?
3. What battle was fought on September 11th, 1777?
4. On what battle field did the North Carolina troops specially distinguish themselves on October 4th? Relate the circumstances.
5. How did General Nash and his troops suffer on this occasion?
6. What occurred at Savannah on December 29th, 1778? To what place was General Howe then transferred?
7. When were the courts of North Carolina fully established? Can you tell something of the judicial system in that period?
8. For what had North Carolina cause to be grateful?