British Advantages
Advantages of the British military at the start of the Revolutionary War
Strong Navy, Bigger, Wealthier, Training
Americans who remained loyal to Britain and opposed independence.
Loyalists
Took place on Christmas night 1776 leading to a surprise attack on the British
Battle of Trenton
What hardships did the Continental Army face at Valley Forge?
Soldiers suffered from a lack of food, clothing, and shelter.
Small groups of Patriots would suddenly attack British forces and quickly retreat
"hit-and-run" tactics
It allowed Britain to control sea routes and transport troops and supplies effectively.
British Navy
Many loyalists feared that the Revolution would lead to _________.
chaos and instability
The Americans won, marking a turning point in the war. Convinced France to support the American cause
Battle of Saratoga
Prussian officer who helped train the Continental Army
Friedrich von Steuben
To trap Cornwallis, Washington made it appear that an attack would occur in _________ while moving his
troops to Virginia.
New York
Britain had a population of _________compared to 2.5 million Americans.
8 million
Areas with strong Loyalist support.
The Carolinas and Georgia.
Cornwallis surrendered to American and French forces.
Battle of Yorktown
What issues did Congress face regarding funding the war effort?
Congress lacked the power to tax and printed too much paper money, leading to inflation.
Known as the "Swamp Fox," he led successful guerrilla attacks against British troops.
Francis Marion
Describe the training of the British army.
The British army was well-trained and experienced from previous conflicts.
How did Loyalists impact families? (hint: the Franklins)
They often caused divisions, leading to conflicts between friends and family members.
American leader at the Battle of Saratoga
General Horatio Gates
George Washington's trusted aide from France
Marquis de Lafayette
Blocked British ships from reaching Cornwallis at Yorktown.
French Navy
Provided significant wealth for funding the war
Britain's vast empire
He promised freedom to African American slaves who joined the British cause.
Lord Dunmore
Major defeat for the Continental Army and led to British control of New York.
Battle of Long Island
Role of women in the Continental Army
Women took on roles such as caring for soldiers and some disguised themselves to fight
Split his army in two defeating the British army at Cowpens, SC and forcing a British retreat at Guilford Courthouse in Greensboro, NC.
Nathaneal Greene