The American Revolution - Ch. 6 -8th Grade

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Americans who remained loyal to Britain and opposed independence

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tory

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Hired soldier

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mercenary

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To enlist in the military

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recruit

Front

To leave without permission or intent to come back

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dessert

Front

Hierarchical levels in the military

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rank

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Money

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currency

Front

When it takes more and more money to buy the same amount of goods.

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inflation

Front

Measure that keeps a country from communicating and trading with other nations.

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blockade

Front

Privately owned ship outfitted with weapons

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privateer

Front

An attempt to force surrender by blocking the movement of people or goods into or out of a place.

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siege