Who was this person?
This man was the head general and leader of the Continental Army.
George Washington
The first battle of the American Revolution
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
What's a loyalist?
Someone who supported the King and Parliament
This man made a famous midnight ride.
Paul Revere
This man lost the colonies. Many called him a tyrant.
King George III
Saratoga has been called the ______ _______ of the American Revolution
Turning Point
What was the treaty that ended the war?
The Treaty of Paris
African Americans were in these groups of soldiers. They often fought for their freedom.
Black Regiments
This man was a patriot and gave a famous speech. "Give me Liberty or Give me Death!
Patrick Henry
How did the Americans and French defeat the British at the Battle of Yorktown?
They surrounded them
In which battle was Benedict Arnold a hero?
Saratoga
This man helped write the D.O.I and would become the 2nd President of the United States of America.
John Adams
This person was the main author of the D.O.I.
Thomas Jefferson
What were the obstacles the British faced at Saratoga?
1. Communication
2. The land
3. The weather
How many lanterns were lit to signal that the British army was coming?
2
This man was "frien-nemies" with Thomas Jefferson.
John Adams
This person helped write the D.O.I and was a famous inventor
Benjamin Franklin
What was the major advantage the Americans most often had over the British?
They knew the land better.
What strategy did the Americans use to win at Lexington and Concord?
Guerilla Warfare (they hid behind trees and rocks)
This man was a hero but also a villain
Benedict Arnold