The Americans and British
Which tactics/strategies did each side use?
Americans: Guerilla Warfare
British: European Style
What was the Treaty of Paris 1783?
Document officially recognizing the United States as a free and independent nation.
What kind of soldiers are the Hessians?
German Mercenaries; trained professionals hired to kill
Who led the Continental Army through the war and why was he chosen?
George Washington; for his past experience, leadership skills, knowledge, and money
What did Yorktown mark?
Final major battle of the revolution; victory for the Americans.
What were some British disadvantages?
2-3 months travel time for British troops and supplies, lack of strong leadership, Unwilling to change strategies, worldwide empire to worry about
What battle did the British try to move the war south? Why?
The Battle of Camden. To get more loyalist and slave support.
What colony were the first two battles of the war in a and what were they called?
Battles of Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts
Who was the American General that helped us win Saratoga and used to be a British soldier?
General Gates
What happened at the Battle of Saratoga? What two things did the continentals gain?
British got stuck fighting in the woods and surrendered 5000 troops. Continentals got supplies and allies; France and Spain.
What were some things the British had that the Americans did not?
Strong Army and Navy, supplies, food, ammunition, lots of soldiers, money, organized government
What happened at Valley Forge? What were some of the struggles the Continentals had to face?
Continentals were forced out of Philadelphia and spent a miserable winter out in the cold. Cold winter, improper winter clothing, not enough food or supplies, disease.
What is General Gates' opinion of George Washington and his plan to cross the Delaware River?
Thought it was going to fail and questioned Washingtons power. Gates wanted to take over the army.
Who was The Swamp Fox and what did he do?
Francis Marion. Ran around the South distracting the British while wasting their time and money.
What was George Washingtons plan for December 25th, 1776? Was it successful or unsuccessful? Why?
Cross the Delaware River in the middle of the night and surprise attack the Hessians. Successful because they gained supplies, confidence, and re-enlistments.
Which five major colonial cities were occupied by the British?
New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Savannah, Charleston
What were some problems the British ran into at Saratoga?
Tried to come in from the North and South. timing was off and ended up in the woods. Couldn't use European style.
The British were camped on a peninsula allowing the Americans to surround them with the help of the French causing them to surrender.
What did Lord Dunmore's Proclamation promise? Which battle was this in?
Freedom for the slaves if they fought for the British. Battle of Camden.
What were some of the other battles of the revolution?
Bunker Hill, Ticonderoga, Cowpens, Savannah, Princeton
What were the reasons why each side was fighting?
British were fighting because it was their job to and the Americans were fighting for their freedom.
What caused the Americans to re-enlist and continue the war? What reasons did they give for re-enlisting?
The Battle at Trenton boosted their morale and confidence and they gained the supplies they need to continue.
How many years did the revolution last?
Eight years (1775-1783)
What was Alexander Hamilton's role at Yorktown? Why was he put there?
He wanted more power than he had so Washington placed in charge of the American attack.
Who were two Americans involved in negotiating the Treaty of Paris 1783?
Ben Franklin, John Adams, John Jay, Henry Laurens, Thomas Jefferson