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This philosopher’s ideas of natural rights to “life, liberty, and property” inspired the Declaration of Independence.
Who is John Locke?
This battle is often considered the turning point of the American Revolution, leading to French support.
What is the Battle of Saratoga?
During the harsh winter of 1777-1778, Washington’s army camped at this location.
What is Valley Forge?
This document formally declared the American colonies' independence from Britain.
What is the Declaration of Independence?
This American spy was captured by the British and famously said, “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.”
Who is Nathan Hale?
The Declaration of Independence was adopted on this date.
What is July 4, 1776?
Washington crossed the Delaware River for a surprise attack on Hessian forces during this battle on Christmas night.
What is the Battle of Trenton?
This Prussian officer was responsible for training and disciplining the Continental Army at Valley Forge.
Who is Baron von Steuben?
He is famous for his large, bold signature on the Declaration of Independence.
Who is John Hancock?
This British General was the one to surrender leading to the end of the Revolutionary War.
Who is General Cornwallis?
The Declaration of Independence was primarily written by this Founding Father.
Who is Thomas Jefferson?
This early battle, despite being a British victory, proved that the Americans could stand their ground.
What is the Battle of Bunker Hill?
Valley Forge was known for these dire conditions that killed many American troops.
What are cold, starvation, and disease?
This 1783 document officially ended the Revolutionary War.
What is the Treaty of Paris?
This American general became infamous for defecting to the British during the war.
Who is Benedict Arnold?
Thomas Paine’s pamphlet urging Americans to declare independence from Britain was called this.
What is Common Sense?
This military tactic, favored by the American army, involved small, mobile groups ambushing British troops.
What is guerilla warfare?
Despite these hardships, Valley Forge became a symbol of this virtue that helped the Americans persevere.
What is resilience?
The Second Continental Congress met in this city to draft and sign the Declaration of Independence.
What is Philadelphia?
Colonists loyal to the British crown were called this during the Revolution.
Who are Loyalists (or Tories)?
This writing was done in the late winter of the Revolution, used to inspire Americans and uplift their moral during their struggle against the British.
What are the Crisis Papers?
This final major battle of the Revolution led to the surrender of the British.
What is the Battle of Yorktown?
After surviving the winter at Valley Forge, Washington's army proved their improved discipline and morale in this 1778 battle, which was one of the longest of the war.
What is the Battle of Monmouth?
Along with Benjamin Franklin, this Founding Father helped negotiate the Treaty of Paris.
Who is John Adams?
This general worked with the traitor of the revolution to defend Saratoga
Who is Horatio Gates?