Expédition Particulière was the codename given to the French expeditionary army sent to help the American Revolution during 1780 to 1782. Its contribution was essential to the American-French allied victory at Yorktown in September 1781. The French were received at first with some trepidation, but the expedition's exceptional discipline and professionalism quickly became popular. The skillful leadership and professional wisdom of Jean Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur, the commander of the French land army, were vital in advising General Washington and in guiding the 'end-game' strategy that implemented the Yorktown Campaign. Talk about your nation building ... Expédition Particulière | 
