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Lexington and Concord
The american commanding officer was John Parker. The british commanding officer was John Pitcairn. These battles marked the beginning of the Revolutionary War. -
Bunker (Breed's Hill)
The Americans inflicted many casulties on commanding officer William Howe's army. The British won but had many losses. -
Trenton/Princeton (The New Jersey Campaign)
General George Washington lead the Americans to pivotal wins at Trenton and Princeton. -
Fort Ticonderoga
The american commander was Arthur St. Claire while the british commanders were John Burgoyne and Baron von Riedesel. The British recaptured Fort Ticonderoga, a key stronghold on Lake Champlain in New York. -
Saratoga (Bemis Heights, the second battle)
British commander Major General John Burgoyne's army attempted to break through American lines south of Saratoga, New York. The Americans routed the outnumbered British troops and pursued them to Saratoga, where Burgoyne surrendered several days later. This was key in convincing France to become allies -
Seige of Charleston
This was a vital win for General Cornwallis and his British troops. The British shifted their focus on southern colonies. -
King's Mountain
Major Patrick Ferguson lead the American Loyalists. Howevor, the Patriots won. It was an important step in regaining control of the South. -
Yorktown
General Washington lead American and French forces as they besieged General Cornwallis' British Army at the port of Yorktown, Virginia. The siege ended with the surrender of the British army, an event that effectively ended the American Revolution.
