Wars of the American Revolution

  • Battle of Concord & Lexington

    Battle of Concord & Lexington

    This was the first battle of the American Revolution. The British won this battle.
  • Battle of Ft. Ticonderoga

    Battle of Ft. Ticonderoga

    American forces captured the fort in a surprise night attack. This was the first offensive victory for American forces.
  • Battle of Bunker Hill

    Battle of Bunker Hill

    In this battle, the colonist & Great Britian were fighting on Breed's Hill. The colonists were trying to push GB back. This became known as the bloodiest battle of the war.
    Technically GB won but the Colonists claims this as their win.
  • Battle of Long Island

    Battle of Long Island

    The British captured New York City and Long Island from the Continental Army. The British won this one.
  • Battles of Trenton & Princeton

    Battles of Trenton & Princeton

    The British lost control of New Jersey & retreated back to New York. Reassesrted American control of New Jersey. Also improved unity within the militia. The US won this one.
  • Battle of Brandywine Creek

    Battle of Brandywine Creek

    The British seized Philadelphia after this victory. American army forced to retreat. The British won this battle.
  • Battle of Saratoga

    Battle of Saratoga

    This was considered the turning point in the American Revolutionary Was. The US (Continental Army) won this one.
  • Battle of Charlestown

    Battle of Charlestown

    The British shifted their plan to focus to the southern theater. They ended up causing the American Troops to surrender. The British won this battle.
  • Battle of Cowpens

    Battle of Cowpens

    This was considered the most settling American victory. This battle led to Cornwallis' surrendering at Yorktown in the fall.
  • Yorktown / Surrender

    Yorktown / Surrender

    This was the final battle of the American Revolution. This was the start of the new nations independence and secured Washington's reputation as an exsquisite leader.