William Howe was an important figure in the Revolutionary War. Select the statement that correctly identifies him.
A) I was appointed commander-in-chief of the Continental Army by the continental congress
B) I was in command of the military government in Charleston after the Americans largest loss of the war!
C) I arrived in America as a volunteer but was soon promoted to an officer position in the continental army!
D) I was a British general who easily defeated Washington’s army in the battle of Long Island?

The correct answer is D) I was a British general who easily defeated Washington’s army in the battle of Long Island?

William Howe was an important figure in the Revolutionary War.

The statement that correctly identifies him. is "I was a British general who easily defeated Washington’s army in the battle of Long Island."

During the actions of the Revolutionary War of Independence, the Battle of Long Island was fought on August 27, 1776, just one month after the Declaration of Independence was promulgated. The place of the battle was the area today known as Brooklyn, New York.

British General William Howe commanded the English Army and defeated the Continental troops of General George Washington. This important victory allowed the British to control the port of New York, a strategic place to get the supplies needed from England and to transport them along the East coast.

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