The American Revolutionary War (1775-1783) was a historic conflict between the Thirteen Colonies and Britain, leading to U.S. independence. Key events include the Boston Tea Party, the Declaration of Independence, and the Treaty of Paris. The war saw foreign alliances, strategic military advantages, and the participation of African Americans.
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The American Revolutionary War was sparked by increasing tensions between the Thirteen American Colonies and the British Crown
The Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea Party, a colonial protest against the Tea Act, was a catalyst for the American Revolutionary War
The Coercive Acts
The Coercive Acts, also known as the Intolerable Acts, were punitive measures imposed by the British Parliament in response to the Boston Tea Party
The First Continental Congress, held in September 1774, was a gathering of delegates from twelve colonies to organize collective action against British policies
The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, justified the colonies' break from Britain and set the ideological foundation for the new nation
The Battle of Saratoga
The American victory at the Battle of Saratoga in October 1777 convinced France to ally with the revolutionaries, providing crucial military aid
The winter encampment at Valley Forge
The winter encampment at Valley Forge in 1777-78 was a turning point for the Continental Army, where they underwent crucial training and reorganization
The Siege of Yorktown in October 1781, resulting in the surrender of British General Lord Cornwallis, effectively ended major military operations and led to peace negotiations
The Olive Branch Petition, a colonial attempt at peaceful resolution, was rejected by King George III and further fueled the drive for independence
The publication of Thomas Paine's influential pamphlet "Common Sense" in January 1776 shifted public opinion towards independence by arguing for it as a natural right
France, Spain, and the Dutch Republic provided crucial support to the American Revolution, straining British resources and contributing to the eventual victory
Initially, there was reluctance to arm African Americans, but as manpower needs grew, both the British and American forces recruited them with offers of freedom
The First Rhode Island Regiment, established in 1778, was notable for including a number of African American soldiers, but the end of the war did not bring universal emancipation
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The ______ ______ ______, also referred to as the American War of Independence, began in 1775 and concluded in 1783.
American Revolutionary War
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The initial battles of ______ and ______ on April 19, 1775, marked the outbreak of hostilities in the Revolutionary War.
Lexington
Concord
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Second Continental Congress Start Date
May 1775 - Second Continental Congress convened.
