Generals
This general later became the first president of the United States
George Washington
Who was victorious in the Battle of Bunker Hill?
Patriots
What was the British objective during the Battle of Long Island?
To take New York's harbors and cities
What colors were common for the British and Patriots?
British - red
Patriots - blue, gray, whatever colors they could find
What was the outcome of the Battle of Trenton?
Hessians were defeated, Patriot victory
This general led the British in the battle of Long Island
General Howe
These Patriot retreats were aided by thick fog (what battles?)
Brandywine and Long Island
What was the British objective in the Battle of Brandywine?
To capture the Continental Congress
Bayonet
What type of weather allowed the Patriots to escape two battles?
Heavy fog
This colonel led the Patriots during the battle of Bunker Hill
Colonel William Prescott
What was the goal of the British in the Battle of Cowpens?
Neutralize the Americans on the left flank of South Carolina
What was the American objective during Valley Forge?
Survive
What type of hat did the British grenadiers wear? (Brandywine)
Grenadiers
What was the result of Brandywine?
Patriot victory despite being outnumbered
This French general was instrumental for the US victory over the British
Marquis de Lafayette
When did the Battle of Trenton take place?
December 25th 1776
What was the American objective in the Battle of Brandywine?
To hold back the British from Philadelphia
What is the largest weapon (size) that was used during the Revolutionary War?
Cannon
What city is captured after the Battle of Brandywine?
Philadelphia
Name two of the three US generals in the Battle of Long Island
Generals Clinton, Sullivan, or Washington
How many Patriots died from harsh conditions in Valley Forge?
Around 2500
What river had to be crossed by the Patriots during the Battle of Trenton?
The Delaware River
What was Britain's most powerful weapon? (controlled the ocean)
Navy
What was the result of the Battle of Cowpens?
Patriot victory