The American Revolutionary War (1775-1783) was a defining moment in the quest for independence of the American colonies from British rule. It involved the Continental Army led by George Washington, with support from France and Spain, against British and Hessian forces. Key events included the Boston Massacre, the Declaration of Independence, and the decisive Siege of Yorktown, leading to the Treaty of Paris and the recognition of U.S. sovereignty.
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The American Revolutionary War was a pivotal conflict that marked the colonies' quest for independence from British rule
Continental Army and British Army
The American Revolutionary War involved the Continental Army, led by George Washington, and the British Army, with crucial assistance from France and Spain
French and Spanish Allies
The American forces received essential military and financial support from their alliances with France and Spain
Tensions between the American colonies and Britain escalated due to policies such as the Stamp and Townshend Acts, leading to the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776
The American Revolutionary War saw key battles such as the Siege of Boston and the capture of New York City by the British
Washington's Leadership and Patriot Morale
American victories at Trenton and Princeton, led by George Washington, boosted Patriot morale
French and Spanish Support
The American forces received crucial military and financial support from their alliances with France and Spain
The British shifted their strategy to the Southern Colonies, but the American triumph at the Siege of Yorktown in 1781 led to their eventual surrender
The American Revolutionary War disrupted established alliances and trade, particularly affecting Native American tribes
The conflict resulted in significant territorial shifts and sparked discussions on governance and representation
The Declaration of Independence, with its emphasis on self-determination, influenced future democratic movements
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The ______ ______ War, which began on April 19, 1775, was a key struggle for the American colonies' freedom from the UK.
American Revolutionary
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General ______ ______ led the Continental Army with vital support from ______ and ______, opposing the British forces.
George Washington
France
Spain
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The conflict, also termed the ______ War of ______, spanned across North America, the Caribbean, and the Atlantic.
American
Independence
