On This Day: Bad news from Canada continues to plague George Washington
On May 26, 1776, General George Washington remained in Philadelphia while the Continental Congress was not in session. He received troubling reports from Major General Philip Schuyler regarding severe shortages in troops and supplies in Canada. Additionally, rumors of betrayal within the ranks were dispelled by a report confirming Schuyler's loyalty.
- ▪George Washington was in Philadelphia meeting with the Continental Congress.
- ▪Major General Philip Schuyler reported dire shortages of troops and provisions from Canada.
- ▪Rumors of betrayal within the ranks were proven untrue by a report from Mark Hopkins.
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The following is an installment of “On This Day,” a series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by following the actions of Gen. George Washington, the Continental Congress, and the men and women whose bravery and sacrifice led up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. May 26, 1776 Recommended Stories The Iran talks: How the administration sees things now Chris Deluzio’s Railway Safety Act gets a big boost from Trump and is finally out of committee The DNC autopsy: Did Democrats really want to know? Gen. George Washington lingers in Philadelphia, where he has been meeting with the Continental Congress. It is Sunday. Congress will not convene on this day. ON THIS DAY: WASHINGTON ARRIVES AT STATEN ISLAND Maj Gen.
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