People/Groups
was chosen as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army
Who is George Washington?
this event killed the first American, Crispus Attucks, along with 5 others
these battles were known as the beginning of the Revolutionary War
What are the Battles of Lexington and Concord?
This document contains the "laws of the land" as well as outlines how the nation's government powers will be distributed.
What is the Constitution of the United States of America?
leader of the British Army who surrendered at Yorktown
Who General Charles Cornwallis?
John Hancock and Samuel Adams were responsible for organizing this major event
What is the Boston Tea Party?
this ride was to warn colonist in Concord and Lexington that "The Redcoats are coming!"
What is the Midnight Ride of Paul Revere?
This document declared America's independence from Britain. It also included a Bill of Rights.
What is the Declaration of Independence?
former general in the Continental Army who helped the British conquer West Point in exchange for 20,000 pounds
Who is Benedict Arnold?
this event caused the British to gain tons of debt and in turn led to them taxing the colonists
The French & Indian War
this battle was the turning point of the war as it was the first time British troops saw the Continental Army as a serious threat
What is the Battle of Bunker Hill?
The British used this technique as a form to send secret messages. It required two parts that were sent separately.
successfully defeated the British ship, Serapis. Known as the "Father of the American Navy"
Who is John Paul Jones?
this meeting was held on September 5, 1774 and involved delegates from each colony uniting together to fight the British
What was the 1st Continental Congress?
This event took place on September 3, 1783. It declared peace between Great Britain and the United States. It also recognized the independence of the American Colonies.
What is the signing of the Treaty of Paris?
author of "If I point our a plan to possess West Point, twenty thousand pounds will be cheap."
Who is Benedict Arnold?
this 16 year old girl was known as the "female Paul Revere"
Who is Sybil Ludington?
this political cartoon was made famous during 1754 and was published in many newspapers throughout the colonies (author and title)
What is Benjamin Franklin's "Join, or Die"?
this state was the LAST to officially ratify the Constitution and make it formally go in effect
What is New Hampshire?
Soldiers carried these with them. Designs were carved to represent the soldier it belonged to.
What is a powder horn?