Chapter 5-- The American Revolution and Confederation (1774-1784) Flashcards
What measures were adopted during the First Continental Congress? (Sept 1774)
The Suffolk resolves–> Colonies resist intolerable acts and make military prep, boycott goods.
Passing of declaration and the resolves–> Backed by moderate delegates would urge the king to solve colonial grievances and restore their rights.
Continental association–> Committee network to enforce economic aspects of Suffolk resolves. (If rights would be unresolved, they would meet again in 1775.)
How did the King respond to this?
Basically, British troops were sent to Massachusetts, skip a few things, and bam the American revolution has begun.
Summarize the battle of Lexington and Concord? (1775)
British troops want military supplies in Concord. Paul Revere and William Dawes (minutemen) assembled the village. No one knows who shot first. On the way back to Boston, Brit soldiers suffered 250 casualties. Americans also won the Bunker Hill battle, with 1000 casualties.
What occurred during the Second Continental Congress? (1775)
New England wishes for independence, middle colonies want peace. The olive branch petition would plead loyalty for protection by Britain. Was heavily rejected, and the King would ban UK–US trade.
What is the premise of the Declaration of Independence (July 4, 1776)
Drafted by Jefferson, the idea was introduced by Richard Henry Lee. Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
How much of the population consisted of patriots?
About 40%, Usually in New England or Virginia. They often served in the local militia. Washington was very low on troops, was poorly paid, and had practically no supplies, (etc.) so honestly, it’s a huge ass surprise he could even keep his army together. African-Americans also fought alongside the revolution.
How about loyalists?
20-30%, fought alongside the British, known as tories. Benji’s son was a torie. American Indians were on the British side.
What would the battle of Saratoga result in? (1777)
France joined the battle against the British openly (1978), though they had been secretly assisting the Americans since 1775. Their alliance determined the outcome of the battle.
What resulted in the treaty of Paris? (1783)
Success in the battle of Yorktown (led by George, there was big French naval and militia power.) War also gradually became unpopular with the British.
What did the treaty determine?
- The British would recognize the U.S as an independent state. 2. Mississippi river would be the western boundary of the nation.
- Americans could fish off of the Canadian coast.
- Americans pay back British merchants and honor loyalist property claims (this would f them up later.)
