Declaration of Independence
Where did leaders meet in 1776 to declare independence?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
What did the colonist like to drink
Tea
What was the name of the colonists’ army?
The Continental Army
What battle in 1777 helped change the war?
The Battle of Saratoga
Where did the final major battle of the war take place?
Yorktown, Virginia
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Why were colonists angry about taxes?
They didn’t have a say in the British government.
Who became the leader of the Continental Army?
George Washington
Which country decided to help the colonies after Saratoga?
France
Who led the Continental Army to victory at Yorktown?
George Washington
What did the Declaration of Independence declare?
That the 13 colonies were free from British rule.
What land did King George III stop colonists from moving to?
West of the Appalachian Mountains
What year did the fighting start between the colonies and Britain?
1775
How did women help during the war?
They worked at home and some even fought. Helped make uniforms and food .
When was the war officially over?
1783
What date is celebrated as Independence Day in the United States?
July 4th, 1776
What event happened in 1763 that caused Britain to need money?
A war against France.
How many colonies were there?
13
What role did Black colonists play in the war?
They joined the army to help fight for freedom.
In what year did the British surrender at Yorktown?
1781
What was the main reason the colonists wanted independence?
They were upset about being treated unfairly by Britain.
What phrase did colonists use to protest unfair taxes?
No taxation without representation!
Why did the British army have an advantage at the start of the war?
They had a strong army and navy.
Why was France’s help so important?
They sent soldiers and ships to support the colonies.
What new country was created after the war?
United States of America