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14 (Second Edition): The Newburgh Conspiracy and The Peace of Paris

History That Doesn't Suck

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Fractured Loyalties: The Threat of Coup in Post-Revolutionary America

This chapter explores a critical juncture in post-Revolutionary America when discontent among Continental Army officers nearly led to a coup against Congress. It highlights the frustrations born from unfulfilled promises concerning pay, set against the backdrop of dwindling military engagements and ineffective governance. In a tense meeting, George Washington's emotional intervention ultimately diffuses the crisis, shedding light on the intricate loyalty between military leaders and the young republic.

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