Who was the commander in chief of the colonial armies in the American Revolution?
What was the first major American victory in the Revolutionary War?
The Battle of Long Island
Which intellectual movement is associated with the American Revolution?
Which of these was a figure in the American Revolution?
Patrick Henry was an American attorney, planter, politician, and orator best known for his declaration to the Second Virginia Convention: "Give me liberty, or give me death!"
Which battle ended military operations in the American Revolution?
The revolutionary war lasted from ________ to _______.
What was the name given to the American colonists who supported Great Britain during the American Revolution?
Which European country became a major ally to the United States during the Revolutionary War?
Who were the Hessians?
The Hessians were little more than guns-for-hire and had little at stake in the conflict they were being paid to fight in. Washington would exploit their lack of focus in his Christmastime attack on Trenton.
German mercenaries hired by the British to help fight against the American colonists
German mercenaries hired by the Colonial forces to fight against the British
Tradesmen and and merchants that would attach themselves to any leaving army.
A group of colonists that wished to stay out of the war entirely
True or False: A majority of African Americans supported the British Empire since they were promised freedom if they fought for the British.
This was a cunning move as it hurt the colonial economies and bolstered the British army at the same time.
What treaty ended the war of the American Revolution?
The Molotov Ribbentrop Pact