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The Battle of Lexington and Concord
A small fight that signaled the start of the oncoming Revolution 700 British soldier set out from Boston to capture rebel leaders Samuel Adams and John Hancock, while also going to destroy any weapons and ammunition the colonists had at Concord. When the British arrived around 80 of the colonist's men were waiting for them. British soldiers never planned to fight, but a shot was fired known as the "shot heard around the world". As the colonists were completely outnumbered, they fled. -
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American Revolution Timeline
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Battle of Fort Ticonderoga
This battle was the first offensive victory for American forces in the Revolutionary War. This was a capture done by a group of American soldiers known as the "Green Mountain Boys" that were told to take over Fort Ticonderoga for the patriots. No one was killed in the attack, the Americans just planned to take control of their cannons. They took the cannons back to Boston to fight with. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
Just a few months after the beginning of the Revolutionary War. The British were trying to keep control of a city in Boston and control its valuable seaport. So they took cover on two hills, Bunker Hill and Breed's Hill to gain a tactical advantage on the Americans. The British won this battle. -
Common Sense
The pamphlet Common Sense was written after the Battle of Lexington and Concord. The pamphlet clearly gave reasons as to why the colonies should break away from British rule. There had already been speculation of this idea to break free but many people weren't full convinced but after reading Thomas Paine's viral pamphlet they became convinced that revolution and independence from Britain was the best direction for the colonies. Was a monumental moment that brought the together. -
Siege of Boston
American militiamen successfully contained British troops within Boston. Was a reaction to the British taxing the colonies to raise revenue. Goal was to drive the British from Boston. -
Declaration of Independence
The authors of the declaration of independence Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Roger Sherman, and Robert R. Livingston wrote the document to clearly summarize the colonists' motivations for seeking independence. The declaration marked an official step taken by the colonies towards their departure from British rule. -
Battle of Long Island
Was a British victory with the help of German soldiers. This was apart of the British's plan to seize control of New York. At the time, this was the largest battle ever fought in North America. This allowed Britain to keep hold of the valuable port. The colonies were led by George Washington. This sent a message to the colonies that it would not be an easy fight. -
Washington Crosses the Delaware
This event was a major deal to the colonists because he eventually secured the Continental Army's first major military victory against the British. This gave not only the colonists hope but the colonist soldiers as well. They surprise attacked the British after the crossed over into New Jersey in a treacherous storm. -
Battle of Trenton
Was a surprise attack and an American Victory. The casualties were low on both sides as the German soldiers (known as hessians) that allied with the British were not prepared for such an attack, surrendered. The colonists captured around 1000 hessians. -
Battle of Princeton
This American Victory at Princeton NJ rescued the Patriot cause from one of its darkest hours. Was the first revolutionary successes won by George Washington in the open field. This battle was a part of a larger message to regain momentum following a couple defeats in NY. -
Battle of Saratoga
Was an American victory. This battle was fought on the fields of upstate New York. The opposing armies came face to face on the abandoned farm of loyalist John Freeman.This battle was extremely important to the Americans because this victory assured critical International recognition and aid which eventually, led to the Independence of the United States. The British lost about 1500 men and the Americans lost about 800 men. -
Winter at Valley Forge
Where the American Continental Army made camp during the winter of 177-1778 in the southeastern corner of Pennsylvania. Valley Forge is ofter called the birthplace of the American Army as it was there that the American forces became a true fighting unit. George Washington chose Valley Forge so he keep his sights on the British who were camping for the Winter in Philadelphia, but he was still far enough to have plenty of warning if they decided to attack. -
Treaty of Amity and Commerce/ Treaty of Alliance
The treaty of Amity and Commerce recognized the United States as an independent nation and promoted trade between France and the United. The treaty of Alliance formalized France's financial and military support of America's revolution. The colonies agreed that they would benefit greatly from being allied with a powerful nation. -
Battle of Charleston
Was a British win. The British attempted to siege Charleston as part of an overall strategy to use major ports such as Georgia, South Caroline, and North Carolina. The city gave the British a military advantage, The city is also home to several forts and batteries that would have given the British vital resources. -
Battle of Springfield
Was one of the last major engagements of the Revolutionary War in the north, putting an end to British ambitions in New Jersey. The decisive battles of the war moved south. Often referred to as the "forgotten victory". -
Battle of Camden, SC
Was a British victory British forces had established their main base in Camden and many post in the interior of South Carolina to get control over the state. The was one of worst American defeats in the field and left the British in control of the Southern colonies temporarily. More the 900 Americans died and another 1,000 were captured. The British also got access to loads of American equipment and ammunition. There were about 300 British troops killed or wounded. -
Battle of Cowpens
This battle ended a string of British victories in the Southern Colonies and further weakened the British attempts to rip the Southern Colonies from American control. Was a brutal British lost, about 600 British casualties and only about 72 American casualties. -
Battle of Kings Mountain
This battle was an American Victory and a stinging defeat in the British's attempt to secure control of the South. 29 American soldiers were killed and 58 were wounded. About 250 British soldiers were killed, 168 wounded, and 668 captured. This battle was the first major patriot victory to occur after the British invasion of Charleston -
Battle of Yorktown
This was the last great battle of the American Revolutionary War and an American Victory. American casualties were about 88 killed, 301 wounded. British casualties were about 142-309 killed, 326-595 wounded,and 7,416-7,685 captured. British General Charles Cornwallis surrendered his army of 8,000 men to General George Washington at Yorktown, giving up any chance of winning the Revolutionary War. -
Treaty of Paris
The official peace treaty between the United States and Britain that ended the American Revolutionary War. The treaty was negotiated in the city of Paris, France. That's where it gets its name. There were four important Americans in France to negotiate the treaty for the United States: John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and John Jay.