FOLLOW THE FRENCHMEN | EPISODE 13 - WASHINGTON NAVY YARD

In 1824, traditional warfare was no longer defined exclusively by ground operations such as the Army. The War of 1812 demonstrated that a well-equipped Navy could win a war on behalf of a nation.

Lafayette was a Revolutionary War veteran. In 1824-1825, he became concerned that his past service in the Continental Army would make the patriotic celebrations occurring for the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the American Revolution gravitate more toward the Army. The Frenchman sought to reinforce the Revolutionary War connection of the Navy, something that he had not been able to do during the American Revolution.

⚜️How was he able to accomplish that?

⚜️Are there any material reminders of his efforts to nurture a much-needed affection with the United States Navy and the Marine Corps?

⚜️What do they say about how Lafayette and the Franco-American military alliance contributed to American Independence?

Let’s hit the Trail and Follow The Frenchmen to the Nation's capital, and find out now!