Weapons and ammunition were in short supply

Relied on mercenaries and fight took place far away = had to send soldiers and supplies thousands of miles

Strong navy and large population

German mercenaries

African Americans only fought for the British during the Revolutionary War.

This battle was a turning point in the war that prevented British forces from dividing the colonies into two, and convinced the French that the Americans might actually have a chance and began to openly support them.

The Continental Congress had a hard time paying for the war because they had no power to raise (collect) taxes for the army.

Hardships here led many soldiers to desert the army due to the lack of food, clothing, shelter, and medicines.

Women were not allowed to be soldiers but some did try to join by using male names and cutting their hair short.

Which of the following was NOT an impact the war had on women back at home?

Which of the following was NOT a hardship the Continental Army experienced at Valley Forge?

enlist

hired soldier

leave without permission

help

Believed in America's idea for freedom, became a trusted aide to Washington.

Polish cavalry officer. First Monday in March is a holiday to celebrate his contributions during the Revolutionary War being "the father of the American calvary."

Polish engineer that helped design defenses against the British

Prussian military instructor that taught turned the Continental army into a more effective fighting machine.

Loaned money to the colonies and urged Spain, Cuba, and Mexico to send financial aid.