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 * The "Indispensable Man"**

One of George Washington's biographers (James Flexner) called him the indispensable man. The word indispensable means absolutely necessary or essential. Washington had earned respect since he seldom bragged about himself due to his modesty. He was one who doubted his qualifications, but turned out to be a very effective leader. He was able to get loyalty among his officers and inspired his soldiers with his self-control, personal honor, and high morals. He didn't tolerate any disobedience. Washington didn't win a major battle on the battlefield in the Revolutionary War, but was able to avoid any major crushing defeats, which proved to be key in the eventual colonial victory. No other person had all of the necessary skills to hold the army together, which was evident at Valley Forge.

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