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British troops marched from Boston to Concord to seize colonial militia arms and ammunition store. the minutemen, local militia. confronted the British in Lexington, where the first shots were fired. After Lexington, The British would proceed to Concord, where they faced further resistance. the colonial militia, now reinforced, engaged the British in a series of skirmishes. the British were forced to retreat back to Boston, harassed by minutemen along the way. -
While the colonial forces fortified bunker hill, overlooking Boston, they were attacked by the British troops under William Howe. Although the British ultimately captured the hill after 3 assaults, they sustained over 1,000 casualties. The battle was a significant morale boost for the Americans, proving they could challenge the British military and gardening international attention and support for their cause. -
The document ties between the 13 American colonies and great Britain. the document asserted the rights of all individuals, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, and declared the colonies to be "Free and independent states." By officially declaring independence, the colonies were able to seek foreign assistance, particularly from France, which would provoke vital to their victory. -
they were written to boost morale during tough times for the continental army and the public. This inspired colonists to keep fighting for independence, reminding them of its importance and helping to maintain their determination. Washington would even have the first pamphlet read to his troops before the battle of Trenton. -
A surprise military maneuver formed by George Washington and the continental army. it involved crossing the icy Delaware river in harsh weather conditions to launch a dawn attack on the hessian forces stationed in Trenton. The primary objective was to achieve a decisive victory that would boost the dwindling morale of the American revolutionaries and revitalize the cause for independence.
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Washington led the continental army across the icy Delaware river for a surprise attack on hessian forces in Trenton. this maneuver caught the enemy off guard, resulting in an American victory where nearly 900 soldiers were captured along with valuable supplies. The battle boosted American morale and encroyaged reenlistments, proving to foreign allies like France that the Americans could win, leading to vital support. -
Paul Revere, William Dave's, and Samuel Prescott rode to warn the Massachusetts countryside of an approaching British military force. The ride, signaled by lanterns in Boston's old north church, aimed to alert the minutemen and patriots. Though Revere was captured, Prescott successfully reached Concord. This warning enabled the colonial militia to prepare, leading to the battles of Lexington and Concord.
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A pair that crushed British Burgoyne's strategy to isolate New England. Freeman's farm, American forces, utilizing terrain and led with Benedict Arnold, inflicted casualties on Burgoyne's advancing army, even though the British held the field. The engagement at Bemis heights saw the Americans now reinforced and aggressively led completely rout the weakened British forces, leading to Burgoyne's surrender of 6,000 men. this convinced France to reorganize American independence.
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The British forces, led by William Howe, and the American continental army, commanded by Washington. The British army aimed to capture Philadelphia, the American capital at the time. Ultimately, the British successfully occupied Philadelphia, forcing the continental Congress to relocate. This was significant because it led to the loss of the American capital, which lowered american morale and demonstrated the British military s capability to invade and occupy American cities.
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During the winter Washington, encamped at valley forge. soldiers suffered from lack of supplies, food, clothing, and shelter. Many soldiers died from illness and starvation. Washington would work to maintain discipline and morale. The army underwent training under the guidance of baron van Steuben, a Prussian military officer, who instilled much-needed discipline and tactical skills.
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In Yorktown Virginia, was a siege where American and french forces, led by Washington and Rochambeau, trapped Cornwallis British army. The french navy blocked escape by sea. after heavy bombardment, Cornwallis surrendered his 8,000 troops on October 19th. this victory effectively ended major fighting in this war.
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officially ended the American revolutionary war. it was a peace agreement between the United States and great Britain. where Britain formally recognized American independence. this act concluded and conflicted and allowed the U.S. to begin establishing itself a new nation.