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the battle of Bunker Hill was a early Revolutionary War between America and the British. The colonist inflicted heavy casualties on the british. Although the British won it boosted American morale. this was important because it showed the british that american colonist were willing to fight and could inflict significant casualties. -
the Declaration of independence was drafted by Thomas Jefferson, revised by a committee and continental Congress, and adopted on July 4, 1776 declaring the american Colonies independence from great Britain. -
the British campaign to take Philadelphia in 1777 involved battles like brandywine and Germantown. the British captured and occupied the city, but ultimately withdrew to focus on other strategic goals. -
The winter at Valley forge was a time of severe hardship for the continental army due to shortages of supplies and harsh conditions. Despite this, it was also a period of crucial training and reform that improved the army's capabilities.