1775-1830 American revolution Flashcards
The first battle of the American revolutionary war was fought.
The Lexington battle and the Concord battle.
Which major events did follow the Battle of Concord and the Battle of Lexington?
The battle of Bunker hill. The battle of Ticon-de-roga. The Second Continental Congress. The Declaration of Independence.
The date of the Lexington battle?
The April 19th, 1775.
The date of the Concord battle?
April 19th 1775
What is the significance of the Lexington and the Concord battle?
It boosts the morale of the Patriots.
What are the three major accomplishments of the Second Continental Congress? 1775-1778
It was de facto a national government for the future state of the USA.
It appointed George Washington as commander of the first continental army.
The creation of The Declaration of Independence in 1776, which formally declared the USA independence for Great Britain.
Name two major leaders? What was a purpose?
What is the first true victory of the Revolutionary war?
The capture of Fort Ticon-deroga.
Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold.
To get weapons, which were used in the Siege of Boston.
skirmish
battle, clash, combat, conflict.
a cache of arms
stockpile, arsenal, reserve
What was the goal of the British army regarding Concord?
To siege the weapons.
What helps the Patriots get ready for the battle of Concord and the battle of Lexington?
The signal system warning about upcoming troops.
The Midnight Ride?
Paule Revere and William Daves rode from Boston to Lexington to warn John Hancock and Williams Adams of the movement of the British army. The 17ht,18th April 1775
Who was in charge of the Massetchuset colony from Britain?
Thomas Cage.
‘the shot heard round the word’
The first shot in Concord
The intolerable Act.
The Tea Act, The Coercive Act, The Quebec Act.
Patrick Henry.
Thomas Pain.
Patrick Henry’s speech in Virginia activated the colony to war against England.
Common Sence. Pain encouraged them to fight for independence.
Where did the Second Continental Congress assemble?
Philadelphia, May of 1775
Which actions did take the Second Continental Congress?
They authorized the Committee of Secret Correspondence.
They agreed to print Continental Currency.
Who was the grandfather of the CIA?
Nathan Hale.
I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.
Nathan Hale.
Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery?
I know not what course others may take; but as for me give me, give me liberty or give me death.
Patrick Henry at Virginia assembly.
What is the Olive Branch Petition?
This is a pledge of loyalty to the British King. The colonies are asking to have rights, but not independence.
Who did release the pamphlet in 1775?
Thomas Paine did release his pamphlet of Common Sence.
The Declaration of Independence was a letter sent to King Georgie III saying he was …..
disowned
Who did sign The Declaration of Independence?
John Hancock
Which states initially did not sign The Declaration of Independence?
SC, Gorgia.
All Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of happiness.
The preamble states the purpose of the government and introduction why the colonies would separate themself.
What is the second part of The Declaration of Independence?
The grievances. They are reflected in our current Bill of Rights.
The Declaration of Independence was founded on a principle of the …..
consent of the governed. John Locke is the author of this idea.
The French and Indian war…… result.
High taxation of the colonies. 1754-1763