Battles
Where did the first shots of the Revolutionary War get fired?
Lexington and Concord
Who was the leader of the American Continental Army...selected because of his military experience from the French and Indian War
George Washington
What year did the Revolutionary War officially begin?
1775
What battle was the first major victory for the Continental Army, convincing soldiers to re-enlist in the Army and fight? This battle may have been a. "sneak attack."
Battle of Trenton
A spy for George Washington who was captured and hung by the British. He supposedly said before being hung, "I only regret that I have but one live to give for my country." His bravery inspired Americans to fight.
Nathan Hale
What year did the Revolutionary war officially end?
1783
This battle convinced the French that the American Army was for real and the French would now join forces to fight against the British.
Battle of Saratoga
South Carolina militia leader nicknamed the "Swamp Fox" for his hit-and-run attacks on the British during the American Revolution.
Francis Marion
The 1783 treaty that officially ended the Revolutionary War...Americans could now move West, British troops would have to leave America, and America was officially free and independent.
Treaty of Paris
This was the final major battle of the American Revolution where the Americans forced the British to surrender for good.
Battle of Yorktown
Often called the "father of the American Navy." Supposedly said, "I have not yet begun to fight" when the British asked him to surrender. His bravery inspired American to fight.
John Paul Jones
Largest, most powerful fighting force in the world. This could be used to blockade America's coast and prevent Americans from getting help and supplies from foreign countries.
British Navy
The Continental Army became a "lean, mean, fighting machine" during the winter here.
Valley Forge
Prussian soldier who helped train American forces at Valley Forge in the American Revolutionary War.
Baron von Steuben
American General who was labeled a traitor when he assisted the British. He had become upset for not getting enough glory or money after the Battle of Saratoga.
Benedict Arnold