Vocabulary – Nathanael Greene Born
Critical
Adjective
extremely important, essential, necessary
Pacifist
Noun
Someone who believes that violence, war, and the taking of lives are unacceptable ways of resolving disputes
Quaker
Noun
a member of the Society of Friends, a Christian denomination founded in England in the 17th century that rejects formal sacraments, ministry, and creed, and is committed to pacifism. At meetings members are encouraged to speak when they feel moved to do so.
Militia
Noun
an organization of citizens with limited military training who are available for emergency service or defense.
Battered
Adjective
Worn down, damaged by repeated attack
Undermanned
Adjective
Not supplied with enough soldiers
August 7, 1742: Nathanael Greene Born
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