6Y 02-16-2016 Tuesday The Struggle for Liberty Objective: Describe the major obstacles and key battles that Patriots faced during the American Revolution. Agenda: Do Now: What do you think will be the greatest challenges of the Patriots against the British Army? What do you think will be their biggest advantages? Chapter 4.3 Notes and discussion Homework: A+ Answer – What do you think is the most important battle so far in the American Revolution? Why?
What do you think will be the greatest challenges of the Patriots against the British Army? What do you think will be their biggest advantages?
As we read, take notes on the major battles: Date and Location: Why was this battle fought? Who were the leaders of each side? What happened? What was the result? Battles to look out for: 1. Invasion of Canada (Nov 1775) 2. New York Bay (June 1776) 3. Battle of Trenton(Christmas 1776) 4. Battle of Princeton (1776-1777) 4. Fort Ticonderoga and Saratoga ( Spring-October 1777) 5. Valley Forge (not a battle, but tell me what happens) 6. Wars at Sea (quick description/summary) 7. War in the West (quick description/summary)