American Revolution Famous People

Who was the leader of the Continental Army?

• George Washington

• John Adams

Who convinced the French to support the Americans in their fight for independence?

• John Adams

• Benjamin Franklin

Who was the ruler of England who caused the colonists to be so angry that they wanted independence?

• King George III

• Paul Revere

who was one of the American commanders who helped defeat the British at the Battle of Saratoga. Later, he betrayed America and went to England to fight for the British.

• Benedict Arnold

• Benjamin Franklin

Who was an American patriot who felt so strongly that the war for independence was the right thing. He said, "Give me liberty, or give me death."

• Patrick Henry

• Paul Revere

Who suggested that Washington lead the Continental Army? He was also one of the leaders who helped negotiate the treaty that ended the war.

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

Who was credited for writing the Declaration of Independence?

• Paul Revere

• Thomas Jefferson

Who made a midnight ride to warn the colonists that the British were coming?

• Paul Revere

• Black Regiment

Who fought for either the Colonies or the British to receive freedom?

• Black Regiment

• Daughters of Liberty

Who supported the effort of independence by making clothes and growing food?

• Black Regiment

• Daughters of Liberty