Role in American Revolution

In 1777, I bought my own ship and headed to America to support the colonists in the revolution against the British. I joined as a major general working with George Washington with whom I became lifelong friend. In my opinion, I served well. I lead American forces to several victories. When I returned the France in 1779, I persuaded the French to send aid to the American forces. After the British surrendered, I returned home to Paris. I was viewed as a hero to this new nation and I carried the beliefs I developed during this time throughout my life.