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Battles of the American Revolution - Paige Cerecero

  • Battles of Lexington and Concord

    Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Shot Heard Around the World. Lexington and Concord was the first battle of the American Revolution, setting the tone for what was yet to come. With the redcoats attempting to suppress and seize to prevent a rebellion, they started the war instead, with America winning their first of many.
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    Siege of Boston

  • Battle of Long Island

    Battle of Long Island

    The Biggest Battle. Washington's attempt to fortify New York ended in great catastrophe as the British were able to take over the most important port thus cornering Washington and his troops. Washington evacuated his men and surrendered for this battle.
  • Battle of Kip's Bay

    Battle of Kip's Bay

  • Battle of Harlem Heights

    Battle of Harlem Heights

    American Victory was short lived as a little over a month later Americans abandoned and retreated to Jersey. This battle gave a much needed boost in morale to our tired and defeated troops.
  • Battle of White Plains

    Battle of White Plains

    Washington's attempts in pushing back against the Brits was met sorely with a break in his right flank of troops, creating enough of an opening for the Redcoats to push back. This caused Washington to pull back his troops and evacuate New York and New Jersey.
  • Battle of Fort Washington

    Battle of Fort Washington

    Final devastating attempt in Washington's New York holding. British Victory
  • Battle of Trenton

    Battle of Trenton

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    The Forage War

  • Battle of Second Trenton

    Battle of Second Trenton

  • Battle of the Clouds

    Battle of the Clouds

  • Battle of Saratoga #1

    Battle of Saratoga #1

  • Battle of Germantown

    Battle of Germantown

  • Battle of Saratoga #2

    Battle of Saratoga #2

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    Battle of Whitemarsh

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    Siege of Yorktown