Battle of Yorktown
How was the battle of yorktown started?
American and French forces, led by George Washington, began a siege on September 28, 1781.
Why did George washington surprise attack Trenton?
After a series of defeats in New York and a grueling retreat through New Jersey, the American army was in a state of crisis.
What is the treaty of Paris?
The Treaty of Paris was the end of the Revolutionary War and was the official peace treaty between the United States and Britain.
How did the battle start?
The British military, under General Thomas Gage, sought to seize and destroy colonial military supplies stored in Concord, Massachusetts, and to arrest Patriot leaders Samuel Adams and John Hancock.
What is a loyalist?
They are someone who was loyal to great Britain.
What happened in the battle of yorktown?
The British were greatly outnumbered by french and American troops.
How many deaths and injuries happened in Trenton?
22 deaths and 83 injuries
Why did they make the treaty of paris?
To formally end the American Revolutionary War and establish the thirteen former colonies as a free, sovereign, and independent nation.
What is the battle of Lexington and Concord?
The battles of lexington signaled the revolutionary war, it was so small you could barely call it a battle.
What is a Patriot?
It is some one who is loyal to the American colonies and fellow citizens.
How did the battle resolve?
The surrender of British troops.
What happened in the battle of Trenton?
George Washington's crossing of the icy Delaware River on Christmas night.
When was the treaty of Paris signed?
September 3, 1783.
What happened in the battle of Lexington and cconcord?
The first gunshot was the beggining of the revolutionary war.
What do loyalists do?
Thousands of loyalists joined the British army.
Why did British attack?
To establish a defensible deep-water port that could serve as a base for resupply, reinforcement, and communication.
Who were hessian soldiers?
They are German soldiers that the British hired to fight for them.
How long did it take to sign the treaty of Paris?
It was around a year and a half later that King George finally ratified the treaty!
How did the battle resolve?
A British retreat to Boston under heavy fire from the colonial militia.
What do patriots do?
The patriots organized protests in the meaning of the British laws.
What was the number one fact in the battle of yorktown?
General Cornwallis said he was sick and didn't show up to the surrender. He sent General Charles O'Hara to surrender his sword.
Why was the crossing of the Delaware so important?
The American forces were going through a very tough time right before the crossing.
What were the major points in the peace treaty?
1.Most important to the Americans, was that Britain recognize the Thirteen Colonies to be free and independent
2.The boundaries of the United States allowed for western expansion.
Who were the militiamen led by?
They were led by Captain John Parker.
Why are there loyalist and patriots?
Deeply held differences in political beliefs, economic interests, and fears about the consequences of either remaining with Britain or seeking independence.