Trivia: Who was the youngest general in the Continental Army?
George Washington
Marquis de Lafayette
Henry Knox
Nathanael Greene
The correct answer is Marquis de Lafayette
So why is this answer correct? : In 1777, at the age of 19, French aristocrat Marquis de Lafayette became a major general in the Continental Army and quickly proved to be an indispensable ally. Lafayette served as one of three division commanders during the decisive campaign in Yorktown. Some 53 years later, 66-year-old Lafayette famously toured the U.S., which led to many streets, parks, and schools being named in his honor.