Von Steuben continued to serve the new Nation. He formulated plans for the founding of a military academy. which were used years later in establishing West Point. He drafted a system of fortifications for New York. And he became the first president of the German Society of New York. a group devoted to the task of facilitating the transition from immigrant to citizen for thousands of new Americans. Von Steubens influence in converting the American Army into an effective and disciplined military force was of vital importance to ultimate victory in the Revolution. In commemorating the anniversary of his birth.
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