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Silas
Deane (1737-1789) – Born
in Connecticut, this man did so much to bring the colonies
to nationhood during the years before, during and after
the Revolutionary War.
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John Adams (1735-1826) – Deane
got to know Adams as a delegate to the Continental Congress
where they shared an interest in creating a continental navy.
Adams replaced Deane as commissioner to France. Adams went
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George
Washington (1735-1799) – Deane
first admired Washington as a fellow delegate to Continental
Congresses. Deane sent instructions to his wife about entertaining
Washington at their mansion in Wethersfield. Washington led
the Continental Army to victory over the British with the much-needed
help of the French army (n.b. Treaties signed by Deane allowed
for that military assistance.) Washington went on to be first
American hero and president. Deane did not. |
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