American Revolution Key Terms

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Patriots

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People from the colonies who were tired of British rule and wanted American Independence

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Loyalists

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People who supported Great Britain and the king

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George Washington

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Leader of the Continental Army

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King George III

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The king in Great Britain

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Continental Army

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Group of soldiers that was formed to resist British occupation in America

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British Army

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Most powerful army in the world at the time of the Revolution

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Minutemen

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Men from towns and villages who were ready to fight in a minute "war"

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Mercenaries

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Soldiers from other countries that were hired to fight with the British.