Unit 4
How did the Americans win the war?
George Washington
What two things did Baron von Stuben do?
1. Helped soldiers fight
2. Helped with sanitation tips
What is an Ambush?
A surprise Attack
What did George Washington read to his soldiers?
Thomas Paine
Who was the leader of the continental army?
George Washington
What was the last battle of the American revolution?
The Battle of Yorktown
What battle was the turning point of the war?
The battle of Saratoga
Who is John Paul Jones?
He was a privateer
What countries helped the patriots?
Spain and France
Who wrote the Crisis?
Thomas Paine
Who surrendered during the battle of Yorktown?
Cornwallis
what are some of the conditions the patriots faced at fort valley forge?
1. starvation
2. disease
3. lack of supplies
Who is Thomas gage?
A British commander
Who was Deborah Sampson?
She dressed up as a man.
Who wrote the declaration of independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Who is George Washington?
He was are first president and the general for the revolution.
What are Privateers?
A merchant Ship
Who is Francis Marion?
He was famous for his tacti's like the Hit and Run
What was the name of John Paul Jones Ship?
USS ranger
Who is Thomas Paine?
A famous writer mostly known for writing Common Sense
What Lafayette do to help the patriots?
1. Gave them supplies from France
2. Helped many battles
What is Inflation?
Not enough gold and silver
What is Cornwallis Famous for?
Cornwallis is famous for surrendering to the battle of Yorktown.
What was the name of the ship John Paul Faced off?
Bon Homme Richard
How many years did the American revolution last?
About 7 years