REVOLUTIONARY LEADERS
He was the first Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army
Who is George Washington?
The Declaration of Independence was signed in this year
1776
The first shots of the war were fired here
Lexington and Concord
This document governed the U.S. before the Constitution
Articles of Confederation
The Eagles’ current quarterback, who led them to multiple playoff runs, played college football at this school.
What is Alabama?
This Virginian was known for his powerful speeches on liberty
Who is Patrick Henry?
This event protested British taxation by dumping tea into a harbor
What is the Boston Tea Party?
This winter encampment tested the Continental Army’s endurance
Valley Forge
This meeting created the U.S. Constitution in 1787
Constitutional Convention
At the Eagles’ Super Bowl LII parade, Jason Kelce told the crowd this phrase to describe the team’s relentless drive.
What is “Hungry dogs run faster”?
This Philadelphia printer, inventor, and diplomat helped secure French support for the colonies during the Revolution.
Who is Ben Franklin?
“No taxation without representation” became a rallying cry after this act
What is the Stamp Act?
This decisive victory convinced France to support the colonies
Saratoga
This group of essays argued for ratifying the Constitution
Federalist Papers
This Eagles kicker had a rough 2024, missing 8 field goals.
Who is Jake Elliott?
This man later became the third U.S. President after serving in France
Who is Thomas Jefferson?
This document officially announced the colonies’ break from Britain
What is Declaration of Independence?
Washington’s mobile headquarters during campaigns, now displayed in a museum
Washington’s Tent
One author of these essays later became the first Secretary of the Treasury
Alexander Hamilton
This Eagles defender blocked a 44-yard game-ending field goal against the Rams and returned it for a touchdown as time expired.
Who is Jordan Davis?
This young officer served as Washington’s aide-de-camp and later shaped the nation’s finances
Who is Alexander Hamilton?
This war officially ended with the Treaty of Paris in 1783
What is American Revolutionary War?
This city hosted the signing of the Declaration and became the heart of revolutionary politics
Philadelphia
He was Alexander Hamilton’s political rival and the opponent in his fatal duel.
Who is Aaron Burr?
In a 2025 showdown against the Giants, this Eagles linebacker’s bone-crunching tackle forced rookie Cam Skattebo out of the game, shocking fans and highlighting Philly’s defensive power.
Who is Zach Baun?