After that expedition, commanded by Edward Braddock, this man was promoted to Colonel, and his later military exploits included winning battles at Princeton and Yorktown.
In one battle, this man defeated Lieutenant Colonel Mawhood after staging a night march, which allowed this man's army to reach Morristown. This man's actions in the Jumonville Affair provoked a war with France that saw this man stave off a complete rout during an expedition against Fort Duquesne. After that expedition, commanded by Edward Braddock, this man was promoted to Colonel, and his later military exploits included winning battles at Princeton and Yorktown. For 10 points, name this commander of the Continental Army and first President of the United States.
In one battle, this man defeated Lieutenant Colonel Mawhood after staging a night march, which allowed this man's army to reach Morristown.
George Washington