Nicknames
He is considered the Father of the Revolution for writing his pamphlet entitled "Common Sense"
Who is, Thomas Paine?
This man drafted the constitution for the colony of Massachusetts.
Who is, Samuel Adams?
George Washington is famous for leading this army during the Revolutionary War.
What is, the Continental Army?
This man was the United States' first President.
Who is, George Washington?
America’s greatest betrayer and a “bald-faced liar”
Who is Benedict Arnold?
He was nicknamed "Long Tom" for his, at the time, staggering 6-foot, 2-and-a-half-inch frame.
Who is, Thomas Jefferson?
This man wrote the pamphlet “Common Sense” which sparked many patriots.
Who is Thomas Paine?
This man is known for leading the campaign that ended British occupation in the South.
Who is, Nathaniel Greene?
John Adams persuaded Thomas Jefferson to write this document for the reason “He had the fewest enemies.”
What is, the United States Constitution?
This Native American General is considered the most merciful general. He did not allow torture or the murder of innocent civilians
Who is Joseph Brant?
Alexander Hamilton was nicknamed Little "This" for his ability to multitask at critical times during the Revolutionary War.
What is, Lion?
This man wrote a detailed account of his time in captivity during the Revolutionary War.
Who is, Ethan Allen?
This man is known for leading a militia at the Battle of Eutaw Springs that caused the British to suffer many casualties which made them stop any further inland campaigning.
Who is, Francis Marion?
Ben Franklin proposed the idea of “this” legal process that was later implemented in the Constitution as a way to punish a president for their actions.
What is, impeachment?
This founding father was an avid inventor, took air baths, he wrote the Articles of Confederation, and an essay on how to improve the smell of flatulence
Who is Benjamin Franklin?
King George III developed this nickname for his love of agriculture as a way for the colonists to poke fun at him.
What is, Farmer George?
This man wrote the Treaty of Peace between England, France, and America in 1782.
Who is, Benjamin Franklin?
Charles Cornwallis is known for his surrender at this major battle of the Revolutionary War.
What is, the Battle of Yorktown?
He drafted a bill that enacted religious freedom in 1786.
Who is, Thomas Jefferson?
This politician became the spokesperson for Virginia’s independence and couldn't leave the house without a wig.
Who is Patrick Henry?
He was presented with the nickname "A Hero of Two Worlds" for his bravery during the Revolutionary War as a French and Colonial General.
Who is, General Marquis de Lafayette?
Who is, Alexander Hamilton?
This man is known for capturing the British post of Paulus Hook.
Who is, Henry Lee III?
This man founded the Federalist Party.
Who is, Alexander Hamilton?
Sadly this very famous General (especially in Greensboro), died because of a sunstroke due to the fact he was so bald and was not covering his head
Who is Nathanael Greene?