Guess Who!
"I am known as a patriot who played a key role in encouraging colonial independence.
My writings were influential during the American Revolution, advocating for self-governance.
I wrote a pamphlet that inspired many to seek independence from British rule."
Thomas Paine
This 1765 Act was passed to help Britain cover the costs of defending the American western frontier during the French and Indian War.
The Stamp Act
These German mercenaries were hired by the British to fight against the American colonists during the Revolutionary War.
Hessians
This 1775 battle marked the first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War.
The Battle of Lexington and Concord
This group boycotted British goods, produced goods for soldiers, and even served as spies during the Revolutionary War.
Colonial women
"I served as a delegate from Pennsylvania in the Continental Congress and was part of the 'Committee of Five' that drafted the Declaration of Independence.
At 70 years old, I was the oldest signer of the Declaration of Independence.
Besides being a key figure in the American Revolution, I was also a renowned publisher, scientist, and inventor."
Benjamin Franklin
A large number of colonists protested the passage of this Act by dumping a shipment of goods into the harbor.
The Tea Act
This type of irregular combat strategy, often involving small groups using ambushes and surprise attacks, was effectively used by American colonists against British forces during the Revolutionary War.
Guerrilla Warfare
This 1781 battle effectively ended the American Revolutionary War with a decisive American victory.
Battle of Yorktown
This proclamation, issued by the British, aimed to limit colonial expansion and protect Native American lands
Proclamation of 1763
"I was a close friend of George Washington and played a significant role in the American Revolution.
I crossed the Atlantic to support the American cause, bringing vital resources and helping to train troops during the harsh winter at Valley Forge.
My efforts in securing French aid were pivotal, and I fought bravely alongside American troops in several key battles."
Marquis de Lafayette
This 1764 Act imposed duties on foreign molasses and other goods, aiming to raise revenue for the British Crown and regulate trade.
The Sugar Act
These American colonists supported independence from Britain and the idea of self-governance during the Revolutionary War.
Patriot
This 1777 battle was a turning point in the American Revolution, leading to French support for the colonists.
Battle of Saratoga
This group supported the British during the American Revolution because they hoped to protect their lands from colonial expansion.
Native Americans
"As a Prussian officer (now known as Germany), my strict discipline and organizational skills were instrumental in turning the Continental Army into a professional fighting force.
At Valley Forge, I introduced effective bayonet training, which became an essential skill for American soldiers.
I implemented rigorous drills and discipline at Valley Forge, significantly enhancing the effectiveness of the American troops."
Baron Fredrick Von Steuben
This series of Acts taxed imported goods and established new courts throughout the colonies.
The Townshend Acts
These American colonists remained supportive of the British Crown and opposed independence during the Revolutionary War.
Loyalists
This 1775 battle, despite being a British victory, proved that the American forces could stand up to the British army and boosted colonial morale.
Battle of Bunker Hill
This national historic park is remembered as the place where soldiers of the Continental Army endured hardships and learned military skills under Baron von Steuben during the winter of 1777-1778.
Valley Forge
"I served in the Continental Congress as a delegate from Virginia.
I was chosen to be part of the “Committee of Five”, the committee tasked with writing the Declaration of Independence.
Since I was the third President of the United States, I’m one of only two U.S. Presidents who signed the Declaration of Independence (John Adams is the other)."
Thomas Jefferson
In response to a major colonial protest involving the destruction of British goods, the British passed this series of punitive measures.
The Intolerable Acts
These colonists remained neutral during the Revolutionary War, neither supporting the British Crown nor the push for independence.
Fence sitters.
This 1776 surprise attack led by George Washington on Christmas night resulted in a significant American victory against Hessian forces.
Battle of Trenton
This petition was a final attempt by the colonists to avoid war with Britain, pledging loyalty to the crown.
Olive Branch Petition