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Creating a Country Revolutionary War

By Elisievers

  • Battle of Lexington and Concord

    The battle of Lexington and Concord was the first military engagement in the Revolutionary War caused by years of tension between the British and the Colonist. It involved the British soldiers and the American colonist. They fought in Lexington, Concord, and Middlesex, Massachusets.

  • Battle of Bunker Hill

    The Battle of Bunker Hill was a battle between the British and the Americans caused by the British wanting two hills to view Boston but once the Americans heard they went to defend. The battle mostly happened at Breed's Hill but was also located at Bunker Hill. The British overall won this Battle but the Americans still did well.

  • Battle of Trenton

    The Battle of Trenton was a small battle in the Revolutionary War when George Washington and the continental army crossed the Delaware River. The next day they fought in Trenton, New Jersey against Hessian mercenaries. The Americans won this battle.

  • Battle of Saratoga

    The Battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the American Revolution. A Britsh general named John Burgoyne fought with the Americans and he won. He then came back to attack again and he lost this time. This battle was important because the French became allies with the Americans. The battle was located in Saratoga County, New York.

  • Winter at Valley Forge

    The Winter at Valley Forge was when the Continental Army, under General Washington, went to Valley Forge for the winter of 1777. George Washington lost many battles against the British in 1777. This winter was very miserable and painful for the soldiers. Soldiers bled, were hungry, and overall wanted to leave. This anger was used to defeat the British.

  • Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown was the last battle in the American Revolution. This battle was when the British army surrendered and the British government considered a peace. George Washington, commanding 17,000 soldiers, started the battle in Yorktown, VA.

  • Articles of Confederation

    The Articles of Confederation was the first constitution of the United States. It was written by representatives from the 13 colonies but the principal writer was John Dickinson. These articles declared independence from Great Britain. Finally, it established the functions of the national goverment.