Battles 1
This battle, fought on Breed's Hill, was a very costly victory for the British.
The Battle of Bunker Hill
Battle of Trenton
This decisive American victory in this battle effectively ended the Revolutionary War, although the final treaty was concluded until 3 years later.
Battle of Yorktown
Despite heroic achievements early in the war, this American general's plans to surrender West Point to the British labeled him a traitor.
Benedict Arnold
Washington's loss in this battle opened the way for the British to occupy Philadelphia, the colonial capital.
Battle of Brandywine
In this battle Israel Putnam ordered his men, "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes!"
Battle of Bunker Hill
What was the second major battle between the
British and the Patriots?
Battle of Bunker Hill
The American victory battle convinced the French to support the revolution.
Battle of Saratoga
Following his defeat at the Battle of Camden, he left his army and "retreated" 180 miles by the next day.
The first major defeat of the Continental Army was the result of this battle.
Battle of Long Island (aka Battle of Brooklyn or Battle of Brooklyn Heights)
His bold a decisive action is often described as critical to the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga, during which he received a serious leg wound, that resulted in a life-long limp.
Benedict Arnold