1. American Revolution
The Opposing Sides

2. American Patriots Untrained Poorly organized Few cannons
Little gunpowder
No Navy

3. British Highly trained Experienced troops Strongest Navy in the world
Many colonists supported the British

4. British weaknesses 3,000 miles from home
Months for supplies and communications to arrive from England
Troops not safe when they left the cities

5. Patriots strengths Many owned rifles and were good shots
George Washington – brilliant commander
Defending their homes and property