Demonstrating his talents to react pragmatically and decisively to changing situations, based on his long-range goal, complete intelligence gathering, understanding of terrain and understanding of his enemy, he restored confidence and spirit in the American cause, and himself as commander. When writing about those crucial days, one of Washington's generals praised him for demonstrating the ability to deceive his enemy by giving "an appearance of something which is not intended, while under this mask some important object is secured ' while avoiding "those wily snares which are laid for him.' Before December 25, 1776, Washington's personal bravery was unquestioned, but over this period, some would argue that he revealed his skills at deception, along with the complexity and depth of his audacious and decisive character, for the first time. The next 10 days, however, prevented the collapse of the war effort and provided the renewed momentum that ultimately led to victory. ![]()
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