American Revolutionary War Events

The video discusses the Treaty of Paris, signed on September 3, 1783, which ended the American Revolutionary War. The war began on April 19, 1775, between Great Britain and the Thirteen Colonies, which declared independence as the United States. The conflict lasted over eight years, with a decisive victory at Yorktown in 1781. The Americans, allied with France, accepted the British surrender. A new British government initiated peace talks in 1782, leading to the Treaty, which recognized U.S. independence and granted generous land. This foresight by Lord Shelburne later benefited Britain with a strong trading partner.

What significant event took place on 3 September 1783?

• The formation of the alliance with France

• The surrender at Yorktown

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• The start of the American Revolutionary War

When did the American Revolutionary War begin?

• 17 October 1781

• 19 April 1775

• 3 September 1783

• 30 November 1782

Which country formed an alliance with the United States in 1778?

• Netherlands

• Spain

• Germany

• France

Who led the British troops that surrendered on 17 October 1781?

• Lord Shelburne

• Charles Cornwallis

• Lord North

• King George III

What was the result of the vote of 'no confidence' in the British government?

• The start of the American Revolutionary War

• The formation of a new government

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris

• The alliance with France

When was the Treaty of Paris drafted?

• 3 September 1783

• 19 April 1775

• 17 October 1781

• 30 November 1782

What was a significant outcome of the Treaty of Paris for Britain?

• Loss of all American colonies

• Complete withdrawal from Europe

• A fast-growing trading partner

• A new alliance with Spain