Battles
of The Revolution
of The Revolution
What was the first battle of the American Revolution?
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
In The Battle of Quebec, what was the first major thing to happen to America?
Their first Major defeat
Which state did the Battle of Lexington & Concord take place?
Massachusetts
What 3 disadvantages did the colonists have?
Little money
Weak Navy
Not enough enlistments
Famous American that crossed the Delaware?
George Washington
What was the last battle of the American Revolution?
Battle of Yorktown?
What battle boosted the Continental Army’s fading morale and inspired troops to re-enlist for the next year?
The Battle of Trenton
Where did most of the fighting of the Battle of Bunker Hill take place?
Near Breed's Hill.
What were some Strengths of the British Army
Well-trained Soldiers
World’s most powerful Navy
Lots of Moeny
What state did Washington have his army camp in?
Pennsylvania
When was the Battle of Yorktown?
September 28, 1781
In what year did the British General direct an ambitious plan to capture Albany, New York?
1777
What state did The Battle of Trenton take place?
New Jersey
What were the weaknesses of the British army?
Not as Familiar with the land
The older style of Fighting facing the enemy
What did the Tea Act do?
It only allowed the East India British Tea Company to be bought in America.
When did the Battle of Bunker Hill take place?
June 17, 1775
What was the significance of Breed's Hill?
The British lost 1000 soldiers
What plan was Cornwallis forced to abandon?
He planned to invade North Carolina.
What were some strengths of the Colonists
A strong leader in George
Familiar with the land
French alliance
Why were the colonists mad at the taxes?
They had no representation in parliament
What Major, inspirational victory for the _________?
Continental Army
What state did the Battle of Saratoga take place in?
What state did George Washington lead a small army in 1745?
Who was more determined?
The colonists
Who wrote Paul Revere's Ride?
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow