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February
Franco-American treaties of alliance and commerce were signed. -
February 23
The Prussian Baron named von Steuben had arrived and assisted Washington with the training of the army at Valley Forge. That winter had been very difficult and when it ended, the Continental Army was a cohesive and disciplined fighting force. -
May 8
Howe is replaced by Henry Clinton and the British commander in America. -
July 8
Continental Army headquarters are established at West Point. -
July 9
The Articles of Confederation are signed by congress. -
July 10
A French fleet arrives; France declares war against Britain. -
December 29
The British capture Savannah, Georgia, from American General Robert Howe.
