Lesson 1
hired soldiers who joined the British army
mercenaries
Why did Spain help the Americans?
They declared war on Britain and fought them in Louisiana, which helped the Americans.
Name the Mohawk chief who partnered with the British to lead the fight out in the West.
Joseph Brant
What was Rochambeau's activity in the North?
Warships were at Rhode Island filled with extra soldiers. He later met up with Washington in NYC waiting for more troops to come. They changed their game plan to Yorktown.
James Madison called for a stronger national government, and this would be done by winning independence. Why did some disagree?
Americans valued liberty and personal freedom. This went against what they were trying to fight for, which resulted in states fighting their own interests.
Why did Lafayette join the Patriot cause? What did he offer in his role?
He liked the ideas in the Declaration, and the cause represented the future of humankind. He offered his services to Washington without pay.
Where did the Patriots source their crews to fight as privateers at sea?
Whaling and fishing port sailors
How did the geography of Chesapeake Bay influential to the Battle at Yorktown?
It was a peninsula, so the British were land locked on all sides by naval fleets. The British and French were also moving in on Yorktown on foot, which further compromised Britain's position.
The Continental Army had a hard time finding qualified officers. Besides men, who also helped the cause? Name 1 example!
Women joined the cause - Mary McCauley/Molly Pitcher (joined husband in battle, carried water) and Deborah Sampson (disguised as a man)
African Americans also joined the cause in hopes of earning freedom in return.
Which individuals helped to support the army themselves in the war?
Kosciusko (defenses), Pulaski (general), and von Steuben (training)
How did the battle pan out between the Bonhomme Richard and Serapis? Who won and why?
They fought for hours, and Jones (America) did not give up the fight. Britain ends up surrendering.
Who were the individuals sent to Paris to settle a treaty with Britain?
Why were the Americans defeated at the Battle of Long Island?
They lacked enough troops and were outnumbered. Though they had hope and were determined, they couldn't outdo the British army. As a result NY became Loyalist controlled, and Washington and the Army escaped.
Describe the economy back on the homefront.
Continental Congress lacked power to raise money through taxes, but they got some from alliances. As a result, they printed tons of paper money. It didn't have value to back it, which caused inflation.
Explain the outcome between the faceoff with Cornwallis and Gates.
Why were the Patriots furious at Congress even after the war?
They felt owed of their pay for their service in the war, so if they weren't paid they'd fight Congress. Washington helped Congress meet the demands.
What was the three pronged battle plan against Britain?
Goal was to get Albany and the Hudson and cut off New England from Middle Colonies.
(1) lead troops south from Canada (2) another group moves east from Lake Ontario (3) Howe moves up the Hudson.
How were Loyalists treated in towns filled with Patriots?
They fled, packed their bags, and set off for England or Florida. They were shunned and became victims of violence. Some were executed.
After Marion's attacks, what happened when the British came across the mountain people?
They wanted nothing to do with the British but equally didn't want to be involved in the war. They ended up hurting the British, which increased support for the Patriots in the South.
How did the Revolution inspire the enslaved in St. Domingue with the French?
They also believed in the idea of freedom and revolted against French colonization, which they were able to successfully achieve.