Revolutionary War Battles

(1777) Turning point of the American Revolution. It was very important because it convinced the French to give the U.S. military support.

Battle of Saratoga

The quote, "Don't fire till you see the whites of their eyes." was used at this battle.

Battle of Bunker Hill

The American encampment in Pennsylvania during the cold winter of 1777-78.

Valley Forge

On Christmas day at night, Washington's soldiers began crossing the Delaware River.

Battle of Trenton

British General Burgoyne surrendered his troops to the Americans at this battle.

Battle of Saratoga

Hessians were defeated here after they were surprised by the American army after celebrating the night before.

Battle of Trenton

Place where U.S. soldiers suffered from hunger, disease, frostbite, and lack of clothing. 2,000 died here.

Valley Forge

At this American victory, 900 the of enemy were captured and valuable weapons, ammunition, cannons, and supplies were captured.

Battle of Trenton

In this battle, the Americans were forced to withdraw after running out of ammunition after a third British attack. However, the British suffered more deaths. (Moral victory for U.S.)

Battle of Bunker Hill

General Washington and French General Lafayette surrounded Cornwallis here while the French Navy blocked British ships from resupplying British troops.

Battle of Yorktown

A widely read pamphlet that influenced people to support the cause of independence

Thomas Paine's Common Sense