US History: The American Revolution Flashcards
Who were the opposing sides in The American Revolution?
The 13 Colonies VS. Great Britian
When was The American Revolution?
1776-1783
Where was the American Revolution fought?
It was fought in the 13 Colonies
What events led to the war?
(list at least 3)
The Tax’s Acts, Boston Massacre, Boston Tea Party,Battles Of Lexington and Concord, Battles of Bunker Hill, and The Decloration Of Independence
This war was also know as the what?
Revolutionary War + War for Independence
What did the Patriots represent? (people who represented the 13 Colonies)
Patriots wanted Independence from Great Britain
What did the Tories stand for?
(People who were on the side of Great Britian)
Also know as loyaltys were people who stayed loyal to Great Britian durrring the war
What were the Pros and Cons for the Britsh?
Pros: Largest navy, Professional soldiers, and had infrostucture to produce weapons and supplies
Cons: Have to fight over ocean, Soldiers were constantly dropping, and unfamiliar territory
What were the Pros and Cons for the Colonies?
Pros: Determand to win, and Knew land
Cons: Inexperanced military, and Policticaly disorganized
What was the Treaty of Paris and when did it accrue?
The Treaty of Paris happend in 1783 and it was when British recognized the sovereignty and Independence of the United States
Who was King George the 3rd?
King George was the Ruler of Great Britian and Ireland at the time
Who was George Washington and what did he do for the American Revolution?
George Washington was the commander of the Continental army
