BRAINLIST Describe the ways in which George Washington inspired the Continental Army and served as an example for his soldiers to follow.

On July 3, 1775, Washington formally took order of the ineffectively prepared and under-provided Continental Army. Following six years of battle and regardless of continuous mishaps, Washington figured out how to lead the military to key triumphs and Great Britain ultimately gave up in 1781. Due to a great extent to his military distinction and humble character, Americans overwhelmingly chose Washington their first president in 1789.