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Moving the War
The British withdrew from Boston in March 1776. They moved the war to the middle states. In order to stop the rebellion they isolated New England. Then the British decided to seize New York City -
An Alliance
In 1776 the French decided to secretly send weapons to the patriots. They did this because they were still angry from their defeat by the British. So France has agreed to support the Revolution. -
New York Harbor
General William Howe and Richard Howe joined together with there different forces on Staten Island and sailed into New York Harbor in the summer of 1776. They had the largest British force, washington was outnumbered -
Heavy Losses
Washington was outnumbered and the battle for New York was over in August. The americans retreated but losses followed. British had 2 times the size of Washingtons army which did not compare. -
Confusion/Depression over the War
The people and the soldiers were terrified with the scene. They could not believe their eyes. So many troops were surrounding them and they could not get away. Nothing would compare to the disaster of that day -
Pushing us Further
Washington Army has ended up across the Delaware river and into Pennsylvania. Most of his men were killed or captured. Less than 8,000 men are left. -
Surprise Attack
Washington and his men marched nine miles in a snow storm to surprise attack. It was the perfect plan because most of them were sleeping and recovering from drinking/partying all night. The Americans killed 30 people and 918 were held captive. -
Seize the Capital
General Howe had a plan to seize the American Capital at Philadelphia. In order to do this they sailed from New York to Chesapeake Bay. -
Landing
Finally they have landed in the capital. Washington tried to block the redcoats but it did not work. The British have Philadelphia and General Howe enjoys the welcoming loyalists -
Surrender at Saratoga
American troops surround Burgoyne. He finally surrenders his army, this changed the war strategy. Britain realized they should keep the troops close to the coast -
Winter at Valley Forge
It was a harsh winter for George Washington and the continental army. The majority of his men were deserted or killed because of how cold it was. They ran low on supplies, they had no shoes, and they ate dirt and water as soup. The patriots huddled in Valley Forge ad the British found warm homes. This was the low point of the war. -
Treaty
Since the French supported the Revolution they decided to recognize American independence. They signed an alliance with the Americans. This treaty states that France agreed to not make peace with Britain unless the British recognize American Independence -
European Allies
During the Winter at Valley Forge Friedrich von Steuben volunteered to help Washington and the Continental army. Von Steuben taught the men to execute field maneuvers and reload quickly. This made them transform into a better army. -
British Move South
After the British were defeated in the Battle of Saratoga they knew something was wrong. They realized that they should change their war tactics. They shifted the operation south to reclaim their former colonies in the region then they would head back north -
Success in the South
An expedition began to take place, this expedition took over Savannah Georgia. Once again a royal governor was hired to command Georgia. -
Lafayette and the French
Marquis de Lafayette saw that Washington and his army were struggling. So he decided to offer them his help. He joined them in the horrific conditions at Valley Forge. He led a command n Virginia in the lat year of the war as well. -
Success in the South
Henry Clinton and Charles Cornwallis sailed south with 8,500 men. Being the biggest victory of the war the British captured Charles town, South Carolina. -
Success in the South
Clinton and Cornwallis marched 5,500 American soldiers off as prisoners. Later on Clinton had left. He left Cornwallis in charge of the British forces. -
Success in the South
Cornwallis army busted American Forces in South Carolina, the British find forts across the state. Cornwallis heads back to the North however he is attacked. -
British Surrender at Yorktown
A french army landed in New Port, RH. One fleet was stationed there and another in the West Indies. Lafayette suggested to Cornwallis that the French and Americans should join forces and attack -
Success in the South
Cornwallis had succeeded in being the leader of the British. His force was joined by many African Americans who wanted to win freedom. -
British Loose
The Forces meet in January at Cowpens, in South Carolina. The British thought they would win for sure because of the outnumbered Americans. The continental army fought back hard and the British were forced to surrender. -
British Loose
After the Americans defeat Cornwallis attacks Greene later at a court house. Cornwallis wins but the battle costs him most of his troops. 93 were killed, 400 wounded, and 26 missing. -
British Loose
Greene was worried about the fight for the South, and they needed to win. So he decided to write a letter to Lafayette to help. -
Financing The War
In order to provide salaries for the continental army had to hire someone. They hired Robert Morris, him and his associate Haym borrowed on their personal credit. They did this to raise money to pay for supplies and soldiers. -
Financing the War
Morris and Salomon did many different things to raise funds for the troops. Their hard work finally paid off. In 1781 the troops were paid in a specie or gold coin -
Victory at Yorktown
Cornwallis and his troops were very outnumbered. They were also very tired from shelling. On this very day the British surrendered. -
Winning the War
On this day the British had surrendered. The Americans have one the American Revolutionary War. Everyone watching was in shock yet thrilled. -
Victory at Yorktown
A very excited George Washington and his men were ready to accept the British surrender. The British handed over their swords and laid down their arms. Washington won! -
Peace
The treaty of Paris is signed. This treaty confirms the United States Independence and set rules for our country. The United States went from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River and from Canada to Florida
