von Steuben

Baron von Steuben, a key military figure renowned for training the Continental Army, dives into the grim realities of the winter at Valley Forge. This brutal period saw starvation and turmoil but also the introduction of crucial military training. Listeners hear about intense duels highlighting loyalty and honor among officers. The podcast discusses the dramatic Battle of Monmouth and contrasts leadership styles, revealing how von Steuben's strategies transformed a struggling army ready to face its British adversaries.