French & Indian
The French & Indian War is also referred to as this conflict. Although accurate this name refers to the entire war not just the American Theatre.
What is the Seven Years War?
The author of the Declaration of Independence and a future President.
Who is Thomas Jefferson?
After forcing the British East after the battles at Lexington and Concord, the Massachusetts militia and eventually the Continental Army laid Siege to this New England City.
What is Boston?
The primary goal of the Articles of Confederation was to avoid this type of government at all costs.
What is a Monarchy?
The French Monarch who aided the colonists in the American Revolution, only to face his own demise at the end hands of a revolution.
Who is Louis XVI?
The City that hosted the 1787 Constitutional Convention
What is Philadelphia, PA?
In 1788 and 1792 this man was and still is the only unanimously elected President in US history
Who is George Washington?
Although she was not built until after the Revolutionary War, her maiden voyage was in 1798, she is the oldest commissioned warship still afloat in the world. During her service in the war of 1812 she received her iconic nickname for her ability to survive enemy fire.
Who is the USS Constitution?
The Virginia Born British office started his storied military career in this conflict.
Who is George Washington?
The most famous of the three riders before the battle of Lexington & Concord. He is also known for his engraving of the Boston Massacre.
Who is Paul Revere?
The style of fighting which consists of hit and run tactics, small forces, and quick skirmishes rather than out in the open combat.
What is guerrilla warfare?
What is the United States of America?
The European troops defeated by the Continental Army in Trenton Christmas 1776.
Who are the Hessians?
The solution for the issue of slaves being counted for representation in Congress based on population.
Fort Washington in New York City (near where the Continental Army crossed the Hudson River) is currently home to the world's busiest bridge annually.
What is the George Washington Bridge?
During the Treaty of Paris that ended the French & Indian War, this waterway served as a divider between French territories conceded to Britain and to Spain.
What is the Mississippi River?
The founding Father tasked with heading to France to request their aid in the Revolutionary War.
Who is Ben Franklin?
In 1775, Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys played an important role in taking this northern British fort.
What is Fort Ticonderoga?
With a lack of Federal Regulation, trade wars began between states caused by these economic duties
What are Tariffs??
The British General who surrendered at Yorktown ending the Revolutionary War.
Who is Cornwallis?
This State's Plan called for One House with One Vote per State, similar to the Articles of Confederation.
What is the NJ Plan?
The US Constitution, called for creation of a federal district for government affairs. In 1790, the government would depart Philadelphia for this swampy marshland near the Potomac River.
What is Washington D.C?
One major cause of the French & Indian War was a French Fort located in this now rabid sports town.
What is Pittsburgh?
Upon his death in 1820, he was the longest serving British Monarch at just over 59 years. However since then, his longevity has been surpassed by his granddaughter Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II.
Who is King George III?
Although Bunker Hill lends its name to a Revolutionary Battle, most of the fighting occurred on this neighboring hill.
What is Breeds Hill?
Members of Shays Rebellion aimed to reach this Massachusetts city looking for weapons and ammunition
What is Springfield?
Benedict Arnold officially defected to the British after attempting to give them this Military post, today home to one of the most prestigious military academies.
The First State to Ratify the Constitution in December 1787.
What is Delaware?
The Raid that kicked off the French & Indian War shares its name with the killed French Officer
Who is Joseph Coulon de Jumonville?
The British Monarch at the Beginning of the Seven Years War, he shares his name with his predecessor and successor.
Who is George II?
After their victory at Brandywine Creek, the British took the American Capital of Philadelphia, forcing the Continental Congress to depart and set up in this Pennsylvania City.
What is York?
In 1786, this city hosted a Convention supposed to handle trade negotiations. Instead it laid the groundwork for the Constitutional Convention the following Spring.
What is Annapolis, MD?
The Prussian born military officer created with training the Continental Army at Valley Forge.
Who is Friedrich von Steuben?
The 9th State to Ratify the Constitution in June 1788, officially passing the 2/3's necessary to become enacted nationwide.
What is New Hampshire?
After retiring from the Presidency in 1797, Washington retired to this Virginia plantation where he died in 1799 and also serves as his final resting place.
What is Mount Vernon?