Joanna Downing- American Revolution Battles

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    American Revolution Battles

    American Revolution Battles
  • The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battles of Lexington and Concord
    These battles took place in Massachusetts, where the Boston Massacre occurred, which lead up to these battles. These battles stirred up the Revolutionary War because of the tensions that grew between the 13 Colonies and British colonists.
  • The Siege of Fort Ticonderoga

    The Siege of Fort Ticonderoga
    This took place the summer after the British victory of at Valcour Island. They wanted to split the American colonies and came up with a new plan of invasion. Overall, this battle made America´s reputation unfavorable to the Generals.
  • The Battle of Chelsea Creek

    The Battle of Chelsea Creek
    This battle took place in Suffolk County, Massachusetts and it was a military conflict between the British and American colonies. This event was significant because it was the first naval engagement of the war. Ultimately, this battle resulted in victory for the Americans with the capturing of the HMS Diana, a British ship.
  • The Battle of Bunker (Breeds) Hill

    The Battle of Bunker (Breeds) Hill
    This was the first major battle fought in the Revolutionary War that occurred in Charlestown, Massachusetts. This battle ended in a British victory, and boosted the American´s confidence to continue to fight.
  • The Battle of Quebec

    The Battle of Quebec
    This battle took place in Quebec City, Province of Quebec and the American troops attacked the British. This resulted in the British driving the Americans off and ended the threat to the British control of Canada.
  • The Battle of Long Island

    The Battle of Long Island
    This battle can also be referred to as the Battle of Brooklyn Heights. This battle ended in British victory, which gave them control of New York City.
  • The Battle of White Plains

    The Battle of White Plains
    This battle was fought in the New Jersey and New York campaign for the Revolutionary War. This battle ended in American defeat, which led to George Washington and his army retreating from New York.
  • The Battle of Fort Washington

    The Battle of Fort Washington
    This battle was fought in Manhattan, New York that ended in British victory. The British gained Fort Washington near the north end of Washington Island. This caused Washington and his troop to retreat back to Delaware.
  • The Battle of Trenton

    The Battle of Trenton
    This battle that took place in Trenton, New Jersey was a tiny but important battle of the war. This is when George Washington and his army crossed the Delaware River and won two important battles of the Revolution. This battle ended in an overall American victory.
  • The Battle of Princeton

    The Battle of Princeton
    This battle was fought in Princeton, New Jersey where George Washington assembled his army. British General Charles Cornwallis left 1,200 men at Princeton, which Washington used as an advantage. This battle ended in American victory.
  • The Battle of Oriskany

    The Battle of Oriskany
    This battle was fought in Oriskany, New York and was one of the most bloodiest battles fought. It was also a significant engagement of the Saratoga Campaign. This battle resulted in American victory by using strong strategies.
  • The Battle of Bennington

    The Battle of Bennington
    This battle was a part of the Saratoga campaign. It took place about 10 miles from Bennington, which created the nickname for the battle. The battle resulted in British defeat.
  • The Battle of Brandywine

    The Battle of Brandywine
    This battle is also known as the Battle of Brandywine Creek. This was a battle lead by American General George Washington and British Army of General Sir William Howe. This battle resulted in British victory.
  • The Battle of Saratoga (Freeman's Farm)

    The Battle of Saratoga (Freeman's Farm)
    This battle is also known as the turning point of the Revolution. This battle can also be referred to the Battle of Freeman´s Farm. The British wanted to take Philadelphia under their control as well, but that was not the case.
  • The Battle of Germantown

    The Battle of Germantown
    This battle was a major engagement in the Philadelphia campaign of the Revolutionary War.It was fought in Pennsylvania between Sir William Howe and George Washington. This battle ended in American defeat.
  • The Battle of Saratoga (Bemis Heights)

    The Battle of Saratoga (Bemis Heights)
    This battle is also known as Bemis Heights. Burgoyne´s and Gates' armies met about 10 miles south of Saratoga. The aftermath of this battle ended in American victory and is viewed as a turning point of the Revolutionary War.
  • The Battle of Monmouth

    The Battle of Monmouth
    During this battle, George Washington´s army attacked the British army commanded by Lieutenant General Sir Henry Clinton. This happened as they were leaving Monmouth Court House. This battle ended in a Tactical Draw.
  • The Capture of Savannah

    The Capture of Savannah
    This battle pitted local American Patriot Army units. It held the city against a British invasion force. This battle took place in Georgia and ended in British victory.
  • The Siege of Charleston

    The Siege of Charleston
    This battle was a major engagement fought from March 29-May 12 1780. The British altered their focus to the Southern American colonies. This ended in British victory with South Carolina surrendering themselves to them.
  • The Battle of Camden

    The Battle of Camden
    During the Revolutionary War, this battle was a major win for the British. They gained control of the Southern theater in South Carolina.
  • The Battle of King's Mountain

    The Battle of King's Mountain
    This was a battle between Patriots and Loyalists in South Carolina during the Revolutionary War. After this battle, the Patriots won.
  • The Battle of Cowpens

    The Battle of Cowpens
    This battle was an engagement between the American and British forces during the American Revolutionary War. This battle was part of the campaign in the Carolinas. This ended in a decisive American victory.
  • The Battle of Guilford Courthouse

    The Battle of Guilford Courthouse
    This battle took place in North Carolina and was a pivotal battle for the colonies. This battle resulted in American victory.
  • The Battle of Eutaw Springs

    The Battle of Eutaw Springs
    This battle was the last major engagement of the war in the Carolinas. This battle ended in both the British and the American sides claiming victory.
  • The Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown
    This battle took place for two months at Yorktown, Virginia. This battle ended in American victory.