Battles
What battle ended the Revolutionary War? When did it begin and end?
The Battle of Yorktown; Oct 9 - Oct 17th.
Fort Lee was commanded by?
Washington
When was the Declaration of Independence officially accepted?
July 4, 1776
Capital of the Continental Congress?
Philadelphia
Biggest issues Washington faced?
Desertion and Insubordination
The Battle of Trenton occurred on?
December 24, 1776
Fort Washington was commanded by?
General Greene
Who wrote the Declaration and who edited it?
Adams and Franklin - Edited it
How many men were captured by Washington at the Battle of Trenton?
918
What battle occurred on October 28, 1776?
Battle at Chatterton's Hill or the Battle of the White Plains
Who was guarding the main route across the Hudson?
General Lee
Who captured Charles Lee and when was he captured?
British Patrol; December 13, 1776
What battle changed the course of the Revolutionary War? Why did this battle change the course of the war?
Battle of Saratoga was the first major win after the Battle of Trenton. France gave aid
This regiment's numbers fell from 8,000 to ________. What regiment was it?
2,000; Thirteen Connecticut
When did the Battle of Germantown occur?
Oct 3, 1777
Who commanded Fort Peekskill guarding the New York Highlands?
General Heath
Who surrendered the battle of Yorktown and why did they do so?
Lord Cornwallis; lack of British naval aid
What battles did the Americans win during the war?
1. Battle of Trenton
2. Battle of Saratoga
3. Battle of Yorktown
What are three reasons why the Americans won the Revolutionary War?
1. The Steadfastness of Washington
2. British failure to press their wins or military advances.
3.French troops, especially the naval French fleet.
What happened at the Battle of Monmouth? What did this lead to?
Lafayette led the charge and Lee was asked to lead a charge on the British’s flank and instead ordered a retreat. Washington found him and forced the men to not retreat. Won the battle.
Lee = Courtmartialed
When did Fort Washington fall?
November 16, 1776
Explain what happened at the Battle of Brandywine
The Americans guarded Chad’s Ford and lost due to the British outflanking them.
Explain what happened at the Battle of Germantown
The Americans lost the battle due to the fog and the British breaking through the rear of the American lines.
What are the Articles of Confederation?
The Articles of Confederation was the first constitution of the United States.
Created the United States of America