American Revolutionary War Terms

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militia

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a group of ordinary citizens who have organized themselves for military service

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Loyalists/Tories

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colonists that were loyal to King George III and the British authority

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Patriots

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colonists who supported the American Revolution

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Redcoats

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name for British soldiers during Revolutionary War

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minutemen

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colonial militia that would be ready in a "minute's notice"

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turning point

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a major shift in the direction of events that changes the course of history

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Black Regiments

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units of the Continental Army that allowed the recruitment of African Americans

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topography

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the physical elevation and features of land

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bombard

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to attack continuously with bombs or missiles