History Unit 2 The War Shifts Flashcards
American crisis
A pamphlet written by Thomas Paine
What do the British gain in the American conflict
Control of major ports, but never have control of countryside or people
What did Britain use for soldiers
Mercenaries
What happens to patriots in conflicts
They sustain losses, but succeed under guidance of George Washington
What were the battle strategies of the British
Offensive
Quickly crush rebellion
Patriot
Defensive
Wear down British forces and supplies
What advantages did the British have over the Americans
Manufacturing power
Strong army/navy
What disadvantages did the Americans have
No power to tax
Inexperienced army
When did Washington cross the Delaware and what did it lead to
Dec. 26 1776, The Battle of Trenton
When did the Battle of Trenton occur
Dec 26 1776
What was the battle of Trenton
George Washington is forced out of NYC, he attacks a small army at Trenton, NJ made up mostly of Hessians
Why was the battle of Trenton significant
It was a morale booster, increased support for the war.
What inspired the soldiers before the battle of Trenton
Thomas Paine’s The American Crisis
How does the American crisis help the soldiers
Keeps them focused, rouses support for the war effort.
When did Europeans first come to the war
Saratoga 1777
France enters on American side, GB rivals
How long were the soldiers at valley forge
1777-1778 winter
What occurred at valley forge
Army starving and freezing in Pa
1/3 had no clothes/food
Baron Von Steuben trains soldiers
Who do Native Americans side with
British
What do patriots do to NA
Kill many, burn villages in response to attacks. Continuing violent trend
