Generals - TC
who is Known as “the fighting Quaker”?
General Nathanael Greene
when was Siege of Yorktown?
September 28, 1781 and ended on October 19, 1781, in Yorktown, Virginia.
what is a bayonet?
bayonet is a knife, dagger, sword, or spike-shaped weapon designed to fit on the end of the muzzle of a rifle, musket or
who won Battle of Waxhaws
The Battle of Waxhaws was a dreadful defeat for the Patriots. However, Americans were able to turn this stinging tactical loss into a propaganda victory, stirring up anti-British sentiment throughout the colonies. On May 12th, 1780, Charleston fell to the British under the command of Sir Henry Clinton.
In the American Revolutionary War, why did the soldiers of both sides march in lines and take turns shooting each other?
During the American Revolutionary War, the soldiers on both sides used a military tactic called "linear warfare." This tactic involved forming soldiers into long lines and having them march towards each other while taking turns firing at each other. This tactic was based on the traditional European warfare of the time and had been used for centuries. It was believed that the side with the most disciplined and well-trained soldiers would be able to fire and reload their weapons faster and more accurately, thus giving them an advantage in battle. Additionally, the tactic of marching in lines made it easier for commanders to control and coordinate the movements of their troops.
who lead the stealing of artillery at Fort Ticonderoga on Lake Champlain and transporting them to Dorchester Heights resulting in the British abandoning Boston?
General Henry Knox
how did Battle of Trenton end ?
New Jersey, Patriot victory: Patriots capture Hessian detachment at Trenton.
what is the sword made off?
This American 1700s French style Saber is a well-balanced, fast sword that was designed for the mounted fighter. Solid steel hand-made hilt with spiral pattern carved hardwood grip is married to an effective 1085 high carbon, well tempered blade.
who own Battle of Hanging Rock
The Americans attacked the minimally defended British outpost at Hanging Rock, South Carolina, hoping to dislodge the British from the South. Although the Americans withdrew, Hanging Rock is considered a Patriot victory.
wht was Guerrilla tactics
Guerrilla warfare is a form of irregular warfare in which small groups of combatants, such as paramilitary personnel, armed civilians, or irregulars, use military tactics including ambushes, sabotage, raids, petty warfare, hit-and-run tactics, and mobility, to fight a larger and less-mobile traditional military.
who Enamored of the American Revolution, Lafayette sailed from France to the United States in 1777,
General Marquis de Lafayette
what was the largest battle of the war the Patriot army is outflanked on?
battle of long island
how did the "axe" originate?
Halberds were common throughout Europe and used during the American French and Indian War and American Revolution – however mainly for symbolic use. Tomahawks of North American were small axes introduced to North America by European settlers and explorers.
who won of Red Bank?
On Oct. 22, 1777, outnumbered-but-emboldened American defenders were victorious over Hessian soldiers fighting for the British Crown. The victory, Janofsky says, was the greatest upset of the American Revolution. The Hessians, some 2,000 soldiers strong, suffered heavy casualties—approximately 377.
How did Americans fight in the American Revolution?
Americans fought the war on land with essentially two types of organization: the Continental (national) Army and the state militias.
who marched together from New York to Virginia, leading to British General Cornwallis’ surrender at Yorktown and the end of the war.?
Lieutenant General Jean-Baptiste Rochambeau
what state was Battle of Cowpens in?
the town of Cowpens, South Carolina,
discroption of american revolution rifle
based on the Jäger rifle, these long rifles, known as "Pennsylvania Rifles", were used by snipers and light infantry throughout the Revolutionary War. The grooved barrel increased the range and accuracy by spinning a snugly fitted ball, giving an accurate range of 300 yards compared to 100 yards for smoothbore muskets
who won Siege of Fort Vincennes
After two days of the siege, British commander Lt. Col. Henry Hamilton surrendered to the Patriots. Patriot Victory.
What was the most powerful weapon used in the Revolutionary War?
whos Known as “Mad Anthony”?
General Anthony Wayne
was the opening phase of the American Revolutionary?
Siege of Boston
What type of pistol was used in the Revolutionary War?
Battle of Camden
On August 16, 1780, more than 2000 British and Loyalist troops under Lt. General Lord Cornwallis met and defeated over 4,000 American troops commanded by the "Hero of Saratoga," General Horatio Gates. The Battle of Camden was the worst Patriot defeat of the American Revolution.
Why did revolutionary soldiers fight in lines?