What was one strength of the Continental (American) Army?
George W was a good leader, fighting on their own land, believed in what they were fighting for, help from France
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What is one thing you learned about the lives of soldiers?
militias temporary, Continental Army more permanent, 150,000 total soldiers, 17,000 at one time. Paid but bought own gear. Died from disease. taken as prisoners
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What happened in the Battle of Trenton?
Continental Army crossed the river on Christmas night, attacked the Hessians, won.
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What were circumstances like at Valley Forge?
cold, lack of food, disease, got training from foreign commanders.
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How did the Americans win the Battle of Yorktown?
Americans and French surrounded British by land and sea, attacked for 1 and a half weeks until British surrendered.
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What is one way African Americans helped during the war?
One was killed in the Boston Massacre, some joined the army, some slaves joined and earned freedom afterward
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What was the last major battle of the Revolutionary War?
Battle of Yorktown
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What is the difference between a "Tory" and a "Patriot"?
Tory/Loyalist: someone who remained loyal to Great Britain
Patriot: someone who wanted independence
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What was one strength of the British Army?
More money, more soldiers, well-trained soldiers, best navy in the world
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Which battle convinced the French to help the Americans?
Battle of Saratoga
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About what proportion of people were undecided in the Revolution?
1/3
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What was one strength of the British Army?
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