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The British intended to capture Samuel Adams and John Hancock two leaders of the resistance and to destroy colonial military supplies stored in Concord. Colonial Response plan and organized riders to warn the countryside. Revere’s Mission Succeeded but Paul Revere was detained by British troops. Samuel Adams and John Hancock escaped safely. The next morning British troops fought with colonial militiamen making the start of the Revolutionary War. -
The Battles of Lexington and Concord took place on the morning of April 19, 1775 These were the first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War. Though the British held the ground at Lexington, they were pushed back and harassed all the way to Boston. The colonial militias proved they were willing and able to fight the powerful British army. The battles united the colonies and led directly to the formation of the Continental Army under George Washington. -
The Battle of Bunker Hill took place on June 17, 1775, in Charlestown Even though it’s called the Battle of Bunker Hill, most of the fighting happened on Breed’s Hill, a nearby smaller hill. British won the battle because they took the hill but at a high cost British casualties: Over 1,000 (226 killed, 828 wounded) American casualties: About 450 (including 140 killed) One famous American killed was Dr. Joseph Warren, a respected Patriot leader. -
The Declaration of Independence is a document of the United States. It announced that the 13 American colonies were breaking away from British rule and becoming independent states. It was adopted on July 4, 1776. The document was signed by 56 delegates . Copies were printed and sent throughout the colonies and to foreign nations. It marked the official birth of the United States of America. national holiday in the USA. -
published on December 19, 1776, at a time when American morale was very low. The pamphlets were motivational essays meant to inspire the Continental Army and American citizens to keep fighting for independence even during the darkest moments of the war. Kept the Cause Alive: When things looked hopeless, Unified the People: Gave Americans—both soldiers and civilians a shared sense of purpose. -
General George Washington led Continental Army troops across the icy Delaware River from Pennsylvania into New Jersey to launch a surprise attack on German forces stationed in Trenton.
This daring nighttime maneuver led to the Battle of Trenton, a key victory for the struggling American forces. Boosted morale and confidence in Washington’s leadership. Set the stage for additional victories, including the Battle of Princeton a week later. -
The Battle of Trenton was a surprise attack by General George Washington and the Continental Army on the morning of December 26, 1776, during the American Revolutionary War. It was a major turning point that followed the Crossing of the Delaware River the night before. Around 22 killed, 83 wounded, and nearly 900 captured American casualties 2 soldiers died from exposure during the march, and a handful were wounded -
The Americans, led by George Washington, tried to block the British advance at Brandywine Creek but were defeated. British troops then marched into and occupied Philadelphia, forcing the Continental Congress to flee. Washington launched a surprise attack at Germantown, but it failed due to poor visibility and confusion among American troops. The British successfully captured Philadelphia but failed to destroy the Continental Army or end the rebellion.
Washington’s army survived. -
The Battles of Saratoga were two significant battles fought in September and October 1777 near Saratoga, New York, during the American Revolutionary War. They are often called the turning point of the war. After being surrounded and cut off from supplies, Burgoyne surrendered his entire army on October 17, 1777. About 5,700 British and Hessian troops were captured. -
The Winter at Valley Forge was the harsh winter of 1777–1778 when General George Washington and the Continental Army camped at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. It was a crucial period during the American Revolutionary. But also important military training and regrouping. By spring, the Continental Army was a more professional and disciplined force. When the army left Valley Forge in June 1778, they were ready for battle. Soon after, they won a significant victory at the Battle of Monmouth. -
The Battle of Yorktown was the final major battle of the American Revolutionary War. It took place in September to October 1781 in Yorktown, Virginia, where American and French forces besieged the British army led by General Lord Charles Cornwallis. About 8,000 British soldiers surrendered. The victory convinced the British government that continuing the war was too costly. It paved the way for peace negotiations and eventually the Treaty of Paris which recognized American independence. -
The Treaty of Paris was the official agreement that ended the American Revolutionary War. It was signed on September 3, 1783, by representatives of the United States and Great Britain, formally recognizing American independence. The treaty formally ended the Revolutionary War. Established the United States as an independent nation with defined borders.