Influential Figures
Guerilla Warfare
Privateers
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Who wrote "Common Sense"?

Thomas Paine.

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What is guerrilla warfare?

 A form of irregular warfare using hit-and-run tactics.

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What is a privateer?

A privateer is a private ship authorized by a government to attack enemy ships.

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Who was Samuel Adams?

A founding father and leader of the Sons of Liberty.

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Name one advantage of guerrilla warfare.

Flexibility and the element of surprise.

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Why were privateers important during the war?

They disrupted British supply lines and captured enemy ships, providing vital resources.

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What role did George Washington play in the war?

He was the commander of the Continental Army.

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How did guerrilla warfare affect larger battles?

It allowed smaller forces to effectively engage larger armies.

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What was a common target for privateers?

Merchant ships and British supply vessels.

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Who was Marquis de Lafayette?

A French general who aided the American forces.

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How did the British respond to guerrilla tactics?

They often increased the difficulty of British military operations.

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How did privateers help the Continental Army?

They captured British ships and goods, supplying the Continental Army with necessary resources.

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What were the contributions of Lafayette to the American Revolution?

He provided crucial military leadership and helped secure French support.

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What was a specific battle where guerrilla tactics were successful?

The Battle of Cowpens or the Battle of Kings Mountain.

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What was the legal status of privateers during the war?

They were considered legitimate combatants under international law.

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