4.3 Winning the War Flashcards
Who fought on the side of the British during the American Revolution?
Many Native Americans, including the Cayuga, Mohawk, Onondaga, and Seneca, fought with the British due to ties with British merchants and concerns about losing their land to settlers.
Who was Joseph Brant?
Joseph Brant was a Mohawk leader who fought for the British in the American Revolution. He led raids against American settlements and sought revenge for American assaults on Native villages.
Who fought for the Americans in the American Revolution?
The Oneida and Tuscarora sided with the Americans, while some Native Americans stayed neutral.
What did Catherine Schuyler do to help the American Revolution?
Catherine Schuyler destroyed all food and livestock on her farm near Saratoga to prevent the British from accessing them.
Who was Sybil Ludington?
Sybil Ludington was a 16-year-old girl who rode more than 40 miles to warn American soldiers about a British attack in 1777.
What did Margaret Corbin do during the war?
Margaret Corbin fought in battle in 1776, taking over her husband’s cannon after he was killed during a battle on Manhattan Island.
Who was James Forten?
James Forten was a free African American who joined the Patriot cause at age 14, later fighting for freedom and helping other enslaved African Americans.
What was the Treaty of Paris?
The Treaty of Paris was signed in 1783 and officially ended the American Revolution, recognizing the United States as an independent nation and granting it land east of the Mississippi River.
When did the Battle of Yorktown occur?
The Battle of Yorktown took place in 1781 and led to the British surrender, effectively ending the American Revolution.
When did the British finally leave New York?
In November 1783, the last of the British soldiers left New York, marking the end of British occupation in the area.
