Resolved, That a General be appointed to command all the continental forces, raised, or to be raised, for the defence of American liberty.
That five hundred dollars, per month, be allowed for his pay and expences.
The Congress then proceeded to the choice of a general, ∥by ballot,∥ when George Washington, Esq. was unanimously elected.
Sunday, June 15, 2008
This Day in History: June 15
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