Events of the American Revolution

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This battle took place on June 17, 1775 and though it was a British victory it was a morale victory for the colonists. It took the British three attempts before overtaking Breed's Hill.

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Bunker Hill

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Series of essays written by Thomas Paine during the Revolution which attempted to inspire and motivate the Continental Army to continue fighting in spite of the hardships they faced.

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The Crisis

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On October 17, 1777 British General John Burgoyne surrendered. This American victory is considered to be the turning point of the American Revolution because it proved that the Americans could win and it convinced France to help them. What is this victory called?

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Saratoga

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Officially ended the American Revolution and Great Britian officially recognized American independence.

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Treaty of Paris 1783

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What battle did Washington and the Continental Army win after crossing the Delaware River on Christmas night in 1776? Options: Bunker Hill, Trenton, Yorktown, Lexington and Concord

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Trenton

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1st battles of the American Revolution known as the shots heard 'round the world, occurred on April 19, 1775.

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Lexington and Concord

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During the winter of 1777-1778 the Continental Army rested and trained at Valley Forge. They faced hardship, disease, starvation, and frostbite

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Winter at Valley Forge

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This was the last battle of the American Revolution which took place on October 17, 1781. The Americans won with the help of the French navy and British General Cornwallis surrendered to George Washington.

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Yorktown

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Colonists who wanted to be free from Great Britain’s rule. They wanted independence for the colonies.

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Patriots

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British soldiers nickname for the color of their uniform. They were also sometimes called Lobsterbacks.

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Redcoats