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American Revolution Battles
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Battles of Lexington and Concord
The Battles of Lexington and Concord kicked off the American Revolutionary War. Tensions had been building for many years between residents of the 13 American colonies and the British authorities, particularly in Massachusetts. -
The Siege of Fort Ticonderoga
Ethan Allen, and Benedict Arnold of Massachusetts, crossed Lake Champlain at dawn, surprising and capturing the still-sleeping British garrison at Fort Ticonderoga. Ultimately, The British one this battle -
The Battle of Chelsea Creek
The Battle of Chelsea Creek ended in victory for the American colonists. It was also the first naval engagement of the Revolutionary War. -
The Battle of Bunker (Breeds) Hill
The British defeated the Americans at the Battle of Bunker Hill in Massachusetts. Despite the loss the Americans inflicted major damage to the number of troops the British had. -
The Battle of Quebec
The Battle of Quebec was the first major decisive loss for the American Colonists. End of the American offensive operations in Canada -
The Battle of Long Island
The victory over the Americans gave the British control of the strategically important city of New York.British forces capture New York City and Long Island from the Continental Army, giving them control of New York -
The Battle of White Plains
Following the retreat of George Washington's Continental Army northward from New York City, Washington retreated farther, establishing a position in the village of White Plains but failed to establish firm control over local high ground.Colonials lost another battle -
The Battle of Fort Washington
It was a British victory that gained the surrender of the remaining of Fort Washington near the north end of Manhattan Island. -
Battle of Trenton
The Battle of Trenton was a small but pivotal battle during the American Revolutionary War. Washington and his men crossed the Delaware River to surprise the drunk Hessian to have a decisive win. -
Battle of Princeton
General Lord Cornwallis had left 1,400 British troops under the command of Lieutenant Colonel Charles Mawhood in Princeton. Following a surprise attack at Trenton early in the morning of December 26, 1776, General George Washington of the Continental Army decided to attack the British in New Jersey before entering winter quarters -
Battle of Oriskany
The Battle of Oriskany was one of the bloodiest battles in the American Revolutionary War and a significant engagement of the Saratoga campaign. This battle ended in an American strategic victory -
Battle of Bennington
The Battle of Bennington took place in Walloomsac, which is about 10 miles away from Bennington Vermont where the battle is named after.This battle was won by the Vermont and the Americans. -
Battle of Brandywine
This battle was fought between General George Washington with the Continental Army, and General William Howe for the British. The British won this battle near Philadelphia. -
Battle of Saratoga
The battle of Saratoga was the turning point in the American Revolution,due to a decisive victory for the Americans over the British. After this the French decided to help the Americans with their Revolution -
Battle of Germantown
British forces defeated the Continental Army under General George Washington. General Washington planned to execute a surprise attack on a poorly defended British but his complex plan backfired giving him a defeat. -
The Battle of Saratoga (Bemis Heights)
The American troops repelled a serious British attack and won the battle under Major General Benedict Arnold. This defense from the Americans seemed to be a major turning point in the war. -
Battle of Monmouth
The Continental Army led by General George Washington attacked the rear of the British army as they were leaving what is now common day Freehold Boro. This battle ended in a tactical draw for both sides -
The capture of Savannah
This battle occurred when the local Continental Army had to defend the city against an invasion of British forces. Ultimately the Continental Army was unsuccessful giving the British a win -
The Siege of Charleston
The Siege of Charleston was major engagement fought in the American Revolution, after the collapse of the British's northern strategy they pushed south and ultimately won this battle taking the city of Charleston -
Battle of camden
Illness caused the American army to deplete, The British pushed forward killing 2000 patriots and winning the battle decisively -
Battle of Kings Mountain
This fiery engagement led the colonist to win the battle over the British officer Patrick Ferguson. This battle was fought in the Carolina back country -
Battle of Cowpens
American troops under Brigadier General Daniel Morgan routed British forces. Americans were able to inflict heavy causalities towards the British -
Battle of Guildford Court House
This battle proved a vital victory for the Americans. Although the British scored a tactical victory the British suffered significant losses in men -
Battle of Eutaw Springs
This was the last major engagement in the Carolinas. Both sides say that they won this battle -
Battle of Yorktown
This was the last major land battle that occurred during the American Revolution. This was considered the end of the war due to Cornwallis surrendering
