Famous Figures
Commander of American Forces
George Washington
First battles of the American Revolution. Americans ambushed British soldiers attempting to seize colonial weapons.
Battle of Lexington & Concord
Americans stayed in this location during the winter of 1778. Many Americans became sick and hungry. Many thought the army would be destroyed. Used this time to train.
What was the rallying cry/slogan Continental (Americans) people use as a reason for the war?
"No Taxation without Representation"
German general that helped train American soldiers
Baron von Steuben
Second major battle. Americans defended an entrenched position on a hill. Showed that Americans could stand up against British forces. Tactical victory for Americans as British force lost 1/3 of its force.
Battle of Bunker Hill.
Why was Valley Forge an important event in the war?
In order to train the Army and regroup
What were the British creating that angered the colonist before the war began?
Taxes and oppressive acts
American general that won the Battle of Saratoga, but later betrayed the US and joined the British
Benedict Arnold
Americans fought this battle. Benedict Arnold led the American forces to victory. This battle showed that an American army could defeat the British. Caused France to join the war and begin building an army to send to America.
Battle of Saratoga
This battle happened in 1781. It was the last major battle of the war and resulted in British forces surrendering and fleeing north to New York. French and Americans fight together.
What was the name of the treaty that ended the war?
Treaty of Paris 1783
The British king during the American Revolution
King George III
Battle was a major defeat for the Americans. British forces almost destroyed the American army. 400 Marylanders held off the British attack to allow Americans to escape. Washington escaped with his army during the night.
Battle of Long Island (Battle of New York)
Which French officer came to America to help the US? Washington called him "my son."
Marquis de Lafayette
What was one action the British had to do to end the war?
Remove soldiers from America
Return prisoners of war
Return documents to American citizens
Name for the delegates that came together from all 13 colonies to form this government body.
the Continental Congress
Americans crossed the Delaware River and fought Hessian troops. Won two major battles to revive the spirit of the army.
Battle of Trenton
When did the war officially end?
1783
What three borders made up the United States?
Lake Eire
Atlantic Ocean
Mississippi River