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Washington errs on plan for 300 warships in battle
In a detailed look at the Revolutionary War era, Jim Bishop describes George Washington's battle plan missteps as British forces, ships, and manpower loom off New York. Howe contemplates a left-wing attack while Washington weighs defensive options and political aims. The piece weaves strategy, diplomacy, and a Franklin Jefferson vignette into a broader narrative of leadership and risk.
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