WHERE WAS THE BATTLE?
This battle, fought on April 19, 1775, took place in two Massachusetts towns and is considered the start of the American Revolution.
Battle of Lexington & Concord?
This battle is famous for the "shot heard ’round the world."
Battle of Lexington & Concord?
Patriot militia attacked the retreating British from behind trees, stone walls, and other natural cover along the 18-mile route back to Boston, a path now known as...
Battle Road?
British soldiers were commonly known by this nickname because of their uniforms.
Redcoats?
Although named for one hill, most of the fighting actually occurred on this nearby hill overlooking Boston Harbor.
Breed’s Hill?
Despite winning this battle, the British lost over 1,000 men, making it a phyrric victory.
Battle of Bunker Hill
This dangerous river crossing helped Washington surprise the Hessians at Trenton.
Delaware River?
Local volunteer soldiers who fought alongside the Continental Army.
Militia
This battle took place in Brooklyn and featured the British flanking the Patriots through Jamaica Pass.
Battle of Long Island?
This victory helped save the American Revolution after months of Patriot defeats.
Battle of Trenton?
This weather condition caused confusion among Patriot troops at Germantown.
fog?
A military operation that surrounds a location and cuts it off to force surrender.
Siege?
This battle was fought near Freeman’s Farm in upstate New York and led to a major British surrender.
Battle of Saratoga?
This battle effectively ended the Revolutionary War after Cornwallis surrendered.
Siege of Yorktown?
Extreme summer temperatures made this New Jersey battle especially difficult for both armies.
Battle of Monmouth?
German soldiers hired by Britain to fight during the American Revolution.
Hessians?
This final major battle of the Revolution took place on a Virginia peninsula.
Siege of Yorktown?
This victory convinced France to formally ally with the Americans
Battle of Saratoga?
The British used this unguarded pass to surprise Washington’s army at Long Island.
Jamaica Pass?
A victory won at such a high cost that it is almost a defeat.
Pyrrhic Victory?