American Revolution Flashcards
Where did Virginens move after the Revolutionary war?
Virginian moved west and to the deep south
What geographic factors influence Virginians to move to the western frontier of Virginia and beyond?
(1) Tobacco farming was hard on the soil causing many farmers to look south and west for new land to farm and (2) Virginias migrated into western territories looking for large areas of land and new opportunities
As Virginians moved what did they take with them besides their belongings?
Their traditions, ideas, and cultures
What is a tradition?
A time honored practice passed down from generation to generation
What is culture?
Style of social expression based on a certain society or class
How did the settlers cross the Appalachian mountains to get to the west?
Through the cumberland gap
What was Thomas Jeffersons role in the American revolutionary war?
Thomas Jefferson provided political leadership by expressing the reason for colonial independence from England in the declaration of independence
What was Patrick Henry’s role in the revolutionary war?
Patrick Henry inspired patriots from other colonies when he spoke out against taxation without representation by saying, “…give me liberty or give me death.”
What was the importance of the American victory at Yorktown?
The American victory at Yorktown resulted in the surrender of the English army, by bringing an end to war
Why did virginians move after the american revolution?
Virginians agricultural base began to change so they needed better farmland
