The American Revolution By: Alexandra Racioppo 7-K

Introduction to the American Revolution Years Sides- The Britain and Colonists Resolution- The colonists won their freedom and independence against British rule.

The Major Causes of the American Revolution The colonists were mad at the king of Britain for giving them harsh rulings and taxes on unnecessary items. They wanted to have freedom and branch off into a new nation. A disagreement over the way in which Great Britain treated the colonies versus the way the colonies felt they should be treated. Americans felt they deserved all the rights of Englishmen. The British, on the other hand, felt that the colonies were created to be used in the way that best suited the crown and parliament.

Significant Person From Colonists/Patriot- Molly Pitcher Her name was Mary but her nickname got changed to Molly Pitcher. She got married a soldier named John Caper Hays. She helped with the soldiers by giving them drinks and food. Then when her husband died, she felt so mad and actually pretended to be a soldier and fought in the war to honor him.

Significant Person from Britain/Loyalist- William Howe He was a British general in the Revolutionary War. He prepared to seize New York City. Although he didn’t win the Battle of White Plains, he escaped serious trouble. Had a joyous victory as general in the Battle of Long Island. Howe Decided to attack straight up Breed’s Hill and won at the Battle of Bunker Hill

The Significant Battle-Turning Point- Battle of Bunker Hill The first two times the colonists won the battle, but during the third time, the British won. This proved to the colonists that they could stand up to the British. This encouraged the colonists to fight back by shooting cannons over Britain. Britain surrendered and couldn’t fight back. Later on the Declaration of Independence was signed and passed.

Life on the Home front Many people were in danger from many battles. Had to go through even harsher British rule because of the fight for independence. Had many protests for thier sides of the war-Both Patriots and Loyalists. Had food shortages and financial burdens. Women had to take on many of men’s duties and responsibilities because most men fought in the war for freedom.

Final resolution- Making Peace with Britain Although the king wanted to keep fighting, Parliament voted in favor of peace. They Treaty of Paris was signed on April 15, The Boundaries of this new nation were the Atlantic on the East, Canada on the North, Mississippi River on the West, and Florida on the South. All states had to agree to “earnestly recommend” that they would restore rights and property taken from loyalists during the war, but most didn’t follow this rule.

Major Effects of the War The colonists won their freedom and independence from Britain. Signed the Declaration of Independence. Signed a peace treaty with Britain. Created a new nation of thirteen independent states. Cemented ideas like equality and liberty. Became a role model for French and Latin.

Resources SS History of the American Nation Textbook ca/Molly_Pitcher.html we.htm