There had been American defeats in the South (Savannah, Charleston and Camden). Morale was low, and there was the possibility of mutiny. was a traitor and was helping to attack the Patriots. Congress couldn’t pay the soldiers. Also, the were having second thoughts about helping the U. S.

the best description of postwar writers might be progressive.

following the war, writers showed a tendency to work on artistic or social matters rather than political themes. while postwar literature may not have been the greatest period of english literature, the themes provided excellent critics a high number of novels. such examples include anthony burgess, anthony powell and frank kermode, all of which can be placed under the progressive view.

to keep us neatruel and not get involved in any wars

he assumed control of treaty negotiations with a hostile power

it was the first major victory for the colonists.