Anthony Wayne
A Major-General of the Continental line known for his daring and aggressive military tactics.
Core Belief
"Wayne believes in courage, discipline, and the importance of taking the offensive in warfare."
Worldview
Wayne sees the world as a battleground where victory is achieved through boldness and unwavering determination. He is a firm believer in the righteousness of the American cause and is willing to risk everything to achieve it.
Personality
Wayne is portrayed as an exceptionally brave and reckless fighter, earning the nickname "Mad Anthony." He is eager for battle and willing to suffer punishment to punish his adversary. Despite his fiery nature, he is also an able tactician, a vigilant leader, and a great commander.
In Their Own Words
"Wayne's favorite weapon was the bayonet, and, like Scott he taught his troops, until they were able in the shock of hand-to-hand conflict to overthrow the renowned British infantry, who have always justly prided themselves on their prowess with cold steel."
"Washington, a true leader of men, was prompt to recognize in Wayne a soldier to whom could be intrusted any especially difficult enterprise which called for the exercise alike of intelligence and of cool daring."
"No sooner had the British opened fire than the charging columns broke into a run, and in a moment the forlorn hopes plunged into the abattis of fallen timber which the British had constructed just without the walls."
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