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Spark! Lexington and Concord
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The battles of Lexington and Concord kicked off the American revolution. The British and the Americans had been growing further apart, and were not very happy with each other. Hundreds of British troops marched into Concord, hoping to sieze colonist arms. Paul Revere sounded the alarm, alerting the militiamen. They confronted the British at Lexington, and the British soon retreated. nogoingback -
First: Battle of Bunker Hill
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The Battle of Bunker Hill was very important to the American Revolution. Though the Colonists were defeated by the British, they caused lots of damage, and this boostes their confidence, making them feel like they could really win. #we'retherealwinners -
Turning Point: Saratoga
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There were actually two Battles of Saratoga, fought eighteen days apart. On September 19th, British General John Burgoyne achieved a victory over the Americans. On October 7th, he attacked again, and was forced to retreat. Ten days later, he surrendered, giving the Americans a victory. This caused the French to recognize the American's problem, and join them as an ally. youdontstandachance -
Low Point: Valley Forge
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Valley Forge was not a battle, but an encampment, where Washington stationed his troops. Life at Valley Forge was not pleasant, there was not proper winter clothing, or places to stay. Many got sick from the cold, and there was not enough food. It was difficult, and many people did not want to stay. dontleavemenow -
Last: Yorktown
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The Battle of Yorktown ended the revolutionary war. The Colonists were fighting with the French agianst the British. The Colonists and the French surrounded the British, and forced them to surrender. losers -
Resolution: Treaty of Paris
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The Treaty of Paris is named for the place that it was signed, Paris. The Treaty of Paris ended the American Revolution, and recognized that America was it's own country. freedom