Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette: Hero of the American Revolution

"Humanity has won its battle. Liberty now has a country."

- Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette

During the American Revolutionary War, Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, arrived in 1777 and quickly became a major general in the Continental Army. He forged a close bond with General George Washington and played pivotal roles in several battles, including the Battle of Brandywine and the Siege of Yorktown. His efforts were instrumental in securing French military and financial support, which proved crucial to the American victory. Lafayette's leadership and dedication significantly bolstered the morale and effectiveness of the revolutionary forces, earning him a lasting legacy as a hero of the American Revolution.

Please view our other video to learn about our Medal of Honor heroes.

Photos Courtesy Wikimedia Commons

🎵 Music by https://pixabay.com/users/alex_makemusic-24186663/

Join this channel to get access to perks:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZMN1lzlPAu16EUXJlHOj2w/join

Copyright © 2024 Duty & Valor. All rights reserved.

#shorts #military #history #podcast #truestory #stories