Important People
He was the commander of the Continental Army
Bonus 50: This leader would go on to become the __________ president of the United States.
George Washington
First
He wrote a pamphlet called Common Sense, advocating for independence from Britain
Thomas Paine
The first shot heard round the world at this battle started the revolution
Battle of Lexington
This battle ended the war and ensured independence for the Americans
Bonus 200: The army was led by these two leaders
Battle of Yorktown
George Washington and Charles Cornwallis
He ensured the Americans had foreign allies (support, supplies, and troops) during the revolution
Bonus 100: Name one thing this man invented
Benjamin Franklin
Bifocals, Lightning Rod, Swim fins, etc.
This officer became infamous for selling himself to work for the British after initially being loyal to the states
Benedict Arnold
Describe the conditions for Washington’s soldiers at Valley Forge vs. the conditions for British soldiers at Philadelphia
American soldiers:
-Severe shortages of food, clothing, supplies
-Diseases and Poor Sanitation
-Inadequate Shelter - damp, cold, and overcrowded
-Mental Toll led to low morale and high rates of desertion
British:
-Comfortable Quarters in houses, public buildings, and barracks within the city
-Supplies and Food were generally plentiful
-Social Life and Leisure - there were parties, balls, and theatrical performances organized by the officers
-Secure and Safe
After their success at The Battle of Saratoga, this country was convinced to join the war effort on the side of the Patriots
Bonus: This man was integral in persuading this country to join the colonists
France
Benjamin Franklin
Thomas Jefferson is credited with writing the first draft of this document
The Declaration of Independence
He was a prominent politician during and after the revolution, serving as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates and as the second Governor of Virginia during the war
Bonus 200: He would go on to become the ___________ president of the United States.
Thomas Jefferson
Third
George Washington got a victory at this unexpected battle and proved his little army could defend themselves
Bonus 100: This battle took place in this colony
Battle of Trenton
New Jersey
The American Patriots were defeated at this battle because they did not have enough supplies
Bonus 200: This quote was made famous during this battle
Battle of Bunker Hill
"Don’t fire until you see the whites of their eyes."
Lexington and Concord
This country was allied with the colonists during the war
Bonus 200: Name the gift this country gave to the United States to celebrate 100 years of American independence
France
The Statue of Liberty
Put the following events in chronological order: The Battle of Yorktown, The battles of Lexington and Concord, The Battle of Breed's Hill, The Battle of Saratoga
1. Lexington and Concord (April 1775)
2. Battle of Breed's Hill (June 1775)
3. Battle of Saratoga (1777)
4. Battle of Yorktown (1781)
This battle took place just one week after the Battle of Trenton, where George Washington led the Continental Army to a surprise win against the British
Battle of Princeton
Describe "Molly Pitcher" and her importance to the Revolution
Bonus 200: The name of the individual woman who is most commonly credited as "Molly Pitcher"
-Molly Pitcher refers to all the women who aided in the Revolution
-Operated cannon at Battle of Monmouth after her husband was wounded
-Brought water to thirsty, exhausted soldiers at Battle of Monmouth
Bonus: Mary Ludwig Hays
This delegate of the First and Second Continental Congress was a leader in the movement for independence
Bonus 200: He would go on to become the ___________ president of the United States.
John Adams
This was the first offensive victory for American forces in the Revolutionary War, led by Ethan Allen
Bonus 100: The victory secured the strategic passageway north to this location
The Capture of Fort Ticonderoga
Canada
This New York state battle was the first major victory for the Continental army when they forced the surrender of 6,000 British troops
Bonus 200: Name one of the heroes of this battle
Battle of Saratoga
Benedict Arnold