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At the 1777 Battle of Brandywine, a British officer had a clear shot at George Washington, but out of chivalry, let the American ride away. (Buyenlarge/Getty Images)
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At the 1777 Battle of Brandywine, a British officer had a clear shot at George Washington, but out of chivalry, let the American ride away. (Buyenlarge/Getty Images)
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