Wait.. How Did We Do That?
Americans used this type of warfare.
What is Guerilla Warfare?
“I was a British general who captured major American cities of New York and Philadelphia but failed to destroy Washington’s army when I had the chance.”
Who was General Howe?
The Revolution prompted many slaves to begin to fight for this.
What is freedom?
“I am the commander of the Continental Army, and I kept my troops together during Valley Forge.”
Who is George Washington?
The treaty was signed in this month and year.
What is November 1863?
Americans fought a lot harder because they were fighting for this.
What is freedom?
“I was a British officer caught spying for Benedict Arnold and was executed by the Americans.”
Who is John André?
The Revolution encouraged Americans to move beyond the original colonies into this region.
What is the American West?
“I once fought bravely for the American cause, but later I betrayed it and tried to help the British.”
Who is Benedict Arnold?
The treaty established these as the boundaries of the new United States of America.
What is north to Canada and west to the Mississippi River?
Along with the French, this country entering on our side helped us defeat the British in the South and Western Theaters.
What is Spain?
“I am the British commander-in-chief for much of the war. I focused on fighting in the Southern colonies and struggled to control both my generals and the colonies.”
Who was General Clinton?
Seeing their army fight for freedom helped inspire this major event in France.
What was the French Revolution?
“I led British forces in the South and surrendered at Yorktown.”
Who is General Cornwallis?
These three men were sent to negotiate the treaty.
Who are John Jay, John Adams, and Ben Franklin?
We would have continued to not be well trained if it wasn't for this man and his training routine.
Who is von Steuben?
“I led American troops in the South, avoided large battles, and slowly wore down the British army.”
Who is Nathanael Greene?
The loss of the American colonies weakened Britain and contributed to this long-term result.
What is the eventual downfall of the British Empire?
“I am a French noble who volunteered to help the Americans and fought alongside Washington.”
Who is Marquis de Lafayette?
Because it took a while to be signed, Washington refused to do this.
What is disband the army?
This French General brought the French Navy with him when he came to Yorktown.
Who is Rochambeau?
“I commanded American forces at a major turning point battle and took credit that angered Washington. Buuut I ran away after Camden”
Who was Horatio Gates?
Many enslaved people noticed the contradiction of fighting for freedom while being denied it themselves, helping lead to this movement.
What is the Abolition Movement?
“I organized a secret spy network that helped Washington learn British plans in New York.”
Who is Benjamin Tallmadge?
The Treaty opened up this river for both British and American interests.
What is the Mississippi River?