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“刀剑是维护自由的不得已的手段”列克星敦打响了美国独立战争的第一枪,惊醒了整个新大陆。1775年6月15日,在各州代表参与的第二届大陆会议上,由华盛顿担任大陆军总司令的提名获全票通过。第二天,大会正式向他本人宣布了这一历史性的任命。在那个激动人心的时刻,44岁的他诚恳地说:“虽然我深知此项任命给了我崇高的荣誉,但我仍深感不安,因为我的能力和军事经验恐怕难以胜任这一要职。鉴于议会的要求,我将承担这一重任,并愿竭尽所能为这一神圣的事业效劳。”
“Swords are the last resort to defend freedom.” Lexington fired the first shot of the American Revolution and awakened the entire New World. On June 15, 1775, the nomination of Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army by Washington at the second continental conference attended by all state representatives was fully approved. The next day, the General Assembly formally announced to himself the historic appointment. At that very exciting moment, he said sincerely, 44, “Although I am well aware that this appointment has given me a high honor, I am still deeply disturbed because I am afraid that my ability and military experience are not enough for me. In light of the parliament’s request, I will assume this responsibility and will do my utmost to serve this sacred cause. ”