He decided to use an old “Quaker gun trick.” He obtained a pine log and had it set up to look like a cannon. It worked. The Loyalists surrendered as soon as they saw the (pretend) cannon.
The same thing was done by the Confederate Army holding Shreveport, Louisiana when the Union forces were coming up the Red River. They painted a bunch of logs black and set them up on a bluff overlooking the river.
When the Union Forces saw them they turned around and went back down river.
In the shadow but a leader and hero just the same. Thanks for uncovering this Washington to me Tara.
Me. Tara, appreciate what you do and the interesting historical insights.... always a good mornings read.
Thanks again! I'll 👍, follow, and share all your posts!
TY. It is a gift to make the dead speak for a new generation!
Apparently the same DNA ran through both Washington's blood for the love of freedom and loyalty.🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thank you, Tara.
great story as always. you are a gift to lovers of American History
Another excellent lesson in history.
A fantastic reveal! I love the pluck and grit William Washington displayed.
A wonderful story! I never knew of William Washington!
Love this. Who would know this until now. Thanks for the post of this brave soldier who happens to be another Washington. Runs in the family.
Wonderful story. Thank you for sharing it
I guess it took more than one Washington to secure our freedom! Great story!
The same thing was done by the Confederate Army holding Shreveport, Louisiana when the Union forces were coming up the Red River. They painted a bunch of logs black and set them up on a bluff overlooking the river.
When the Union Forces saw them they turned around and went back down river.
Fort Humbug, Shreveport, Louisiana
More great facts of the Revolution that every American should know about.
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