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Why did the Americans lose the Battle of Bunker Hill?
They ran out of ammo and had to retreat
What was one strength of the British Army?
More money, more soldiers, well-trained soldiers, best navy in the world
What was one strength of the British Army?
More money, more soldiers, well-trained soldiers, best navy in the world
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
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
What is the difference between a "Tory" and a "Patriot"?
Tory/Loyalist: someone who remained loyal to Great Britain
Patriot: someone who wanted independence
What is one reason America won the Revolutionary War?
Fighting on their own land, believed in what they were fighting for, GW was a good general, help from other countries.
About what proportion of people were undecided in the Revolution?
1/3
Who was the commander of the Continental Army?
George Washington
What happened in the Battle of Trenton?
Continental Army crossed the river on Christmas night, attacked the Hessians, won.
Which battle convinced the French to help the Americans?
Battle of Saratoga
Why did the Battle of Saratoga convince the French to help the Americans?
It was a victory, which showed the Americans had a chance to win the war against Britain.
What is one way women helped during the Revolutionary War?
Nurses, spies, disguised as soldiers, traveled with army, cooked/cleaned for army.
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
What is one thing you learned about spies during the Revolutionary War?
they sent secret messages and codes, wore disguises, Culper Spy Ring sent info to George Washington, some women were spies.
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
