Other Flashcards
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What were the main advantages for the British?
A
most powerful army and navy in the world wealthiest nation established government more people resources
1
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What were the main advantages for the Americans?
A
high spirits fighting on homeland George Washington good commanders allies
2
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What were the main disadvantages for the Americans?
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inexperienced army no money no navy lack of supplies short enlistments
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What were the main disadvantages for the British?
A
fighting on unknown territory
no allies
long supply lines
poor commanders
4
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When was the war? (years)
A
1775-1783
5
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What were the results of the revolution?
A
Americans win and become independent
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What did the British plan to do prior to Saratoga?
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split the U.S. and conquer the ports
7
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Why did African Americans support the British?
A
the British promised them freedom
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How did women help the war effort?
A
supplying food and clothing
some were spies
nursing the sick and wounded
9
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Who was America’s main ally in the war?
A
France
10
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What was the #1 killer of both armies in the war?
A
disease
