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The Battles of Lexington and Concord
The battle of Lexington and Concord spurred the beginning pieces of the tension between the colonists and the British. -
The Siege of Fort Ticonderoga
Vermont militia, controlled by Ethan Allen, cross Lake Champlain and counter attacked British troops who were stationed in Upstate New York. They captured the British fort and took cannons and supplies needed for the colonists to continue to fight the British. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
British have taken over Boston, Patriot forces had control of the two hills, Bunker and Breeds hill. -
The Battle of Quebec
American troops set out to capture Quebec from British control. Richard Montgomery is murdered during this battle as well. -
Battle of Long Island
British obtain legal captivity of Long Island from the colonists. -
Battle of Trenton
Washington's troops cross the icy Delaware River to attack Hessian troops the night of Christmas, and the Hessians were probably a little oozy, after a night of partying on Christmas night. -
Battle of Princeton
After the attack of Trenton, Washington decided to attack the British once again. Once he won the battle, he left the fires going at the fort, so other British troops thought nothing was wrong. -
Battle of Brandywine
British commander Howe defeats Washington, and take Philidelphia, which was considered the capital of the American colonies at this time. -
Battle of Germantown
Washington's crew is defeated in Pennsylvania. -
Battle of Saratoga
American forces lead by Gates defeat General Burgoyne at Saratoga -
Valley Forge
George Washington sets up camp at Valley Forge where the patriots are trained by Baron van Stueben
