Life in Army Camps During the American Revolutionary War

What was a crucial factor in choosing the location for army camps during the American Revolutionary War?

• Nearness to enemy lines

• Access to fresh water and defensibility

• Proximity to a city

• Availability of entertainment

Who were allowed to style their mustaches in the army camps?

• Patriot officers

• Hessians

• Redcoats

• Continentals

What was a major consequence of not following sanitation rules in the camps?

• Extra duties

• Execution

• Public shaming

• Loss of rank

What was a common problem faced by both Patriot and British soldiers during the war?

• Lack of weapons

• Inadequate training

• Hunger due to disrupted supply lines

• Poor leadership

What did many soldiers experience more than actual combat during the Revolutionary War?

• Building fortifications

• Traveling

• Camp routines and duties

• Negotiations