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Bunker Hill
War sprung out at Breed's Hill and bunker Hill. The battle was commonly known as Bunker Hill. -
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1776
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Economic distress and sicknessess
The economy was struggling in America during the beginning of the war and many died due to sicknessess -
America's weak army
The American army had scarcely any artillery, and almost no gunpowder. In addition, the great majority of the army was filled with farmers and skilled artisians: shoemakers, saddlers, carpenters, blacksmith etc. When Washington arrived in July it was said he only had 20,000 men -
America's new flag
After the King George III's speech reached America, Washington and others grew furious over term they were described as, rebels. George washington declared in his general orders for New Year's day the commencement of a " new army". He later then raised a new flag in honor of the birthday of his new army- a flag of 13 red and white strips, with the British colors represented in the upper corner -
The Declaration of Independence
The declaration of independence was signed on July 4 1776 by George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and many more -
The fire of New York
A fire broke out in New York that destroyed nearly a quarter of the city, or 500 homes. -
General Howe defeats Washington
General Howe of the British forces defeats Washington and his men in White Plains -
Thomas Paine
Thomas Paine who wrote the novel "Common Sense", which was the most widely read book published in America, volunteered to serve as a Civillian aide on Greene's staff. -
The capture of General Lee
General Lee was captured by the Hessians and caused a great cheer for the British because he often caused them to fear. -
Washington crosses the Delaware
On a cold winter night, Washington and 2,400 of his men crossed the Delaware river and defeated the Hessians in the battle of trenton with no casualties.
