The Papers of George Washington: May-June 1778

　　Volume 15 of the Revolutionary War Series documents a period that includes the Continental Army's last weeks at Valley Forge, the British evacuation of Philadelphia, and the Battle of Monmouth Court House. The volume begins with George Washington's army at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, celebrating the new alliance between the United States and France. Washington joined the festivities but did not become complacent, and as the celebrations ended he redirected his attention to winning the war.