Battles that led up to the American Revolution

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  • Battles of Lexington and Concord

    Battles of Lexington and Concord
    Lexington and Concord were the first battles to start everything. The british wanted to capture John Hancock and Sam Adams. Paul Revere had warned everyone by riding through the streets and shouting, "The red coats are coming!". Around 49 colonists died. The British were sent to put more tyranny onto the colonists and eventually Patriots had had enough.

  • Battle of Bunker Hill

    Battle of Bunker Hill
    www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/battle-of-bunker-hill This battle happened in 1775. Colonel William Prescott led the Americans. The British made around 3 charges before the Americans fled. 145 Patriots died 226 British Soldiers were killed. Prescott was killed.

  • Battle of Trenton

    Battle of Trenton
    George Washington led this battle. He rowed over the Delaware River on Christmas day. George launched an attack the next and and over a 10 day time period, he won 2 battles. It just inspired the soldiers to do better.
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    Battle of Fort Ticonderoga

    www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/capture-of-fort-ticonderoga The fort was actually captured May 10, 1775. The people who caught it were called the Green Mountain Boys. There were two leaders, Ethan Allan and Colonel Benedict Arnold. They took personal items, and arms.
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    Battles of Saratoga

    http://www.historyisfun.org/learn/learning-center/colonial-america-american-revolution-learning-resources/american-revolution-essays-timelines-images/the-french-alliance/ https://www.britannica.com/event/Battles-of-Saratoga
    The battle of Saratoga was in New York. The Americans won. The French were stunned and wanted victory against the British. Benedict Arnold led the colonists in this battle. It was a turning point because the Americans were more inspired to win.
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    Battle of Yorktown

    www.history.com/this-day-in-history/battle-of-yorktown-begins It was the last battle of the American Revolution. General Cornwallis was leader of the British troops but ultimately surrendered. The French helped the colonists win. The people of America won against the British.