Revolutionary War Images

What does this flag symbolize?

What does this painting state about the Patriots?

Where did the war begin?

What was the Declaration of Independence? When was it signed?

56 Patriots Declaring their Independence from England, July 4, 1776

Washington crossing the Delaware River Dec Washington crossing the Delaware River Dec. 25, 1776 for a surprise attack on the Hessians at Trenton

Why did Washington attack Trenton on Christmas day?

Washington needed to win a battle so his men would re-enlist. The Hessians would not be expecting an attack on the day after Christmas because British troops didn’t fight in the winter time. Washington needed a win because his men’s enlistments would be finished on December 31st.

Whose army? The British troops were known as Lobsterbacks.

Also known as Loyalists because they were loyal to the king.

Whose army? The Patriots also known as the Rebels

The March to Valley Forge Winter 1777-1778 in Pennsylvania

Baron Von Steuben Trains Washington’s troops at Valley Forge

Prayer at Valley Forge

Why is Washington praying? His men have little food and supplies His men have few clothes They are freezing in the cold dying of malnutrition Congress wants to get rid of Washington Washington needs to train his men to become a fighting force

Who was Molly Pitcher?

A female revolutionary heroine She served water to the men who were fighting When her husband was killed, she put down her pitcher and began helping to man the cannons against the British.

What were some major battles in the South?

American General Nathaniel Greene Tactic: Draw Cornwallis’s troops away from the coast.

British General Cornwallis

General Cornwallis The British strategy was to take the South. He chased General Greene until his supplies ran out. He headed back to Yorktown to resupply. Yorktown was surrounded by French and Americans. Last battle of the war.

Where did the war end?

How did Washington die?

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